The library is offering scanning services for GTU Library cardholders to support distance learning. If you cannot find an online copy of an article or a book chapter, and the library owns a physical copy, staff will scan the article or book chapter and email it to you.
Guidelines
Allow at least 3 business days for requests to be processed. First, check the GTU library’s online resources for supplementary materials you can use. Second, check the web (including Google Scholar) and the list of freely available resources here. Then, consider the copyright restrictions below. Generally, requesting a chapter or two, or around 10% of a book or work is allowed under Fair Use Guidelines. Finally, place your scanning request using this form.
Copyright Restrictions
GTU (all member schools and centers) and the Library comply with United States copyright law. The Library encourages all campus researchers to have a basic understanding of U.S. copyright law and an awareness of their rights and responsibilities regarding reproduction and use of copyrighted material. The GTU Library encourages instructors to apply Fair Use guidelines when excerpting materials for course reserves. For more information, consult the GTU Library’s Copyright Guide. As explained in the Public Statement of Library Copyright Specialists: Fair Use & Emergency Remote Teaching & Research, fair use permits more extensive scanning as part of a legitimate response to a public health emergency, as the one we are currently facing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
General questions about appropriate use of library materials that may be under copyright should be directed to the librarians at library@gtu.edu (GTU) .
Librarians are eager to help guide you in your research via chat, email, and Zoom appointments.
Common questions include (but aren't limited to):
Other ways you can get help: