Journalists, Fair Use and Free Speech | January 30, 2012
Events
Media That Matters 2012
The Media That Matters 2012 conference is THIS WEEK! February 10-11at American University's Katzen Arts Center. This year's theme, "Change for Good," features conversations about how independent social change filmmakers can execute integrated campaigns that are strategic, action-oriented, and have enduring impact. Registration closes Wednesday, Feb. 8 at 5:00pm. More...Making Media Matter
Designing for Impact
Over the past decade, a lively debate has emerged around questions of how best to assess the rising impact of social issue documentaries. In a new report, Social Justice Documentary: Designing for Impact, Center for Social Media (CSM) Fellows Jessica Clark and Barbara Abrash examine the state of the debate through the lens of six in-depth case studies of high-impact documentaries.
Read more...Fair Use
The Code of Best Practices for Academic and Research Libraries
Copyright law affects the work of academic and research librarians in complex ways. Knowledge of limitations and exceptions to use copyright rights materials can help librarians greatly improve their work.
Future of Public Media
Future of Public Media
The Future of Public Media project tracks the evolution of media for public knowledge and action in a digital, participatory era.
AU SOC
School of Communication at American University
The Center for Social Media is a part of the School of Communication at American University (AU SOC) in Washington, DC.
Visit the school's website.CSM Blog
The Center’s latest report, 
Helping People Make Media That Matters
We investigate, showcase and set standards for socially engaged media-making. We organize conferences and convenings, publish research, create codes of best practices, and incubate media strategies. More...
