A University Has "Looked the Other Way" When Its Instructors

question 7

Essay

A university has "looked the other way" when its instructors make copies of academic articles written by authors and then distributed them to students so that students won't have to bear the expense of obtaining the articles. Who, if anyone, is liable for copyright infringement? Discuss.

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Definitions:

Sherif's Study

Refers to the social psychology experiments conducted by Muzafer Sherif, particularly known for demonstrating the formation of social norms and group dynamics through the Robbers Cave Experiment.

Pressure of the Group

The social influence exerted by a collective on individual members to conform to the group's norms, values, and behaviors.

Pluralistic Ignorance

A psychological state in which individuals in a group mistakenly believe their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors are different from those of the group, leading to conformity with perceived norms.

Group Members

Individuals who belong to a specific group and contribute to its collective identity, goals, and dynamics.