Intellectual Property Rights in Distance Learning

Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in distance learning refer to the legal protections for original creations like course content, videos, and materials developed by educators or institutions. These rights ensure that creators maintain control over how their work is used, shared, or reproduced. In a distance learning setting, IPR safeguards the work from unauthorized copying or distribution, encouraging the production of quality educational resources. However, it also requires clear permissions and licensing agreements to balance creator rights with students’ access to learning materials, fostering an ethical and legally compliant online education environment.