If the library has a book that is out-of-print could the professor copy the book and place the book on reserve in the library? Could the professor scan the book into her computer and place the book onto the web? Is this fair use?
Answer
If the professor placed the book on reserve in the library, the use would be considered a fair use. However, if the professor placed the book on the Web, then the use is not a fair use. Placement on the Web allows unlimited access to the book. This would affect the copyright holder's public distribution of the book.
