Copyright and knowledge advancement: A case study on the UAE Copyright Law

Ali Abdulla

Library Management

Publication date: 13 August 2008

Abstract

This paper aims to give a snapshot of the copyright and neighboring rights law of the United
Arab Emirates (UAE), illustrating the provisions governing the law. It seeks to frame UAE
copyright provisions within the context of the principles of copyright and the structure of
international copyright protection.

The article begins with an overview of copyright laws. It highlights the central issues of concern
to education, librarianship, and scholarship, depicting the complexity that the digital era has
brought on copyright doctrines. It then explains the exclusive rights granted under the law,
showing its orientation toward the civil law tradition with its emphasis on moral rights.

The author observes that a key effort to making practical sense of copyright in this region entails
educating key communities, and emphasizing the importance of copyright limitations and
exceptions pertaining to educational institutions and libraries. He advocates for applying
copyright to the advantage of academic and research communities, and offers strategies
strengthening the right of use in favor of these communities. Understanding the concepts and
principles of copyright will make these communities proponents of sound copyright policies that
will safeguard the promotion of learning and the right of public access, while still protecting
intellectual property rights.

There has not been any discussion in the library literature on copyright in the UAE and other
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) members – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.
Therefore, this case study of the UAE copyright and neighboring rights law aims to provoke such
discussion. It should be useful to the whole library community, and particularly those in the UAE
and other GCC countries.
 Plagiarism in higher education: A case study with prospective academicians

Esra Ereta *, Tuba Gokmenoglu

Research Assistant, ODTU Egitim Fakultesi No:302, Ankara/06531, Turkey

Received October 27, 2009; revised December 3, 2009; accepted January 14, 2010

Abstract

Being a growing problem, plagiarism is generally defined as “literary theft” and “academic

dishonesty” in the literature, and it isreally crucial to be well-informed on this topic to prevent

the problem and stick to the ethical norms. With this motive, the aim of this study is to

investigate the prospective academicians’ views on plagiarism, the degree to which they are

knowledgeable about plagiarism, and the factors leading them to plagiarize, if any. The results

showed although the prospective academicians have negative attitude, they might plagiarize

due to foreign language problems, tiime constraints, and lack of knowledge about 2plagiarism.
 A Case Study of Student-to-student Cyberbullying in one High School

Peter P. KIRIAKIDIS 1

Lakes DEMARQUES 2

Abstract

The research site was one high school located in southern United States where school

stakeholders were concerned about student-to-student cyber bullying. The school district

administrators did not examine student-to-student cyber bullying at the research site. The

purpose of this case study was to explore teachers’ experiences in student-to-student cyber

bullying. The conceptual framework was based on choice theory. Data were collected from semi

structured interviews with high school teachers.Qualitative data were analyzed through content

analysis for emergent themes.Findings included that the school district administrators and

teachers should implement a cyber bullying intervention program for student-to-student online

safety.
 Does Internet and Computer “Addiction” Exist?

Some Case Study Evidence

MARK GRIFFITHS, Ph.D.

ABSTRACT

It has been alleged that social pathologies are beginning to surface in cyberspace (i.e.,

technological addictions). To date, there is very little empirical evidence that computing

activities (i.e., internet use, hacking, programming) are addictive. Anecdotal evidence indicates

thatthe typical “addict” is a teenager, usually male, with little or no social life, and little or no

self-confidence. This article concentrates on five case studies of excessive computer usage. It is

argued that of the five cases, only two of them describe “addicted” subjects. Addiction com-

ponents criteria were used in the assessment. The excessive usage in the majority of caseswas

purely symptomatic and was highlighted how the subjects used the Internet/computerto

counteract other deficiencies.

 Digital Bridge or Digital Divide? A Case Study Review of the Implementation of the

‘Computers for Pupils Programme’ in a Birmingham Secondary School

Jonathan Padraig Morris

King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy,

Birmingham, UK jmorris@keshacademy.com

Abstract

Attempts to bridge the Digital Divide have seen vast investment in Information Communication

Technology in schools. In the United Kingdom, the Computers for Pupils initiative has invested

£60 million of funds to help some of the most disadvantaged secondary school pupils by putting

a computer in their home.

This paper charts and evaluates the implementation of the Computers for Pupils programme

and its extension, the Universal Home Access programme, in a Birmingham secondary school.

This case study employs a complementary mixed-method approach—the questionnaire method

with a year 9 cohort of pupils and interviews with their ICT teachers.

Findings from this research, which are divided into four themes—laptop use and support,

provision of connectivity, decisions on software and hardware, and technical support and repair

—found several issues with the implementation of the programme. As a consequence, several

recommendations for improvement are offered, all aimed at the more effective implementation

of the national Home Access programme, which has recently begun its implementation across

England. 5
 Phishing & Anti-Phishing Techniques: Case Study

Jyoti Chhikara

PDM College of Engineering

Abstract

Phishing is a con game that scammers use to collect personal information from unsuspecting

users. The false e-mails often look surprisingly legitimate and even the Web pages where users

are asked to enter their information may look real. Phishing is similar to fishing in a lake, but

instead of trying to capture fish, phishers attempt to steal personal information. This paper gives

brief information about phishing, its attacks, steps that users can take to safeguard their

confidential information. This paper also shows a survey conducted by netcraft on phishing.
 Citizens Journalism in India: A Case Study of Delhi

Ms. Kaveri Devi Mishra

Abstract

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world,

indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.- Margaret Mead

At a time when the main stream media is seen diverting from its objective and focusing more on

profit making motive many social and vital issues and stories relating to the mases are either

neglected or rejected by the media that has led to a huge gap between issues reported and

neglected. With an aim to bridge this gap a new concept and trend of participatory journalism

has slowly but steadily emerged across the globe known as public or participatory journalism

popularly known as “Citizen Journalism”. A form of journalism when any common man in his

capacity as a citizen take up an initiative to express ideas irrespective of their educational or

professional background, it is an act of citizens playing an active role in the process of collecting,

reporting, analyzing, and disseminating news and information. This concept is now being

explored via new media and technology that facilitates the reach to a large number of

audiences with or without the support of mainstream media. This paper evaluates and analyzes

the emergence, trend, and role of Citizen Journalism with explicit reference to Delhi Gang rape –

Nirbhaya case in 2012. The paper at the end raises concerns on the ethics and to what extent

unfiltered information can reach the masses and strike a balance in the society. 7

Tourism Promotion through the Internet (Websites)

 (Jordan as a Case Study)

Dr. Mohammad Nayef ALsarayreh

Abstract

This research paper seeks to study the status of tourism promotion in Jordan, in particular via
the Internet, with a future plan to develop this type of promotion based on the needs of the
country .The aim of this research paper is to draw conclusions that help to know and
understand this type of tourism promotion, And to know how to develop it in Hashemite
Kingdom of Jordan to disseminate the maximum information about the Kingdom.

This research paper is designed to determine the conditions of websites used in tourism
promotion of Jordan, to find out the obstacles that face this type of promotion via websites, and
the factors that affect its development .The findings and recommendations implied by this
research paper will be presented to decision-makers in Jordan tourism sector to be taken into
account.

The research paper adopted carefully a survey form which is designed to collect data and
information. It is used to know the trends and opinions of the research paper sample. The
results showed that the tourism promotion through the Internet helps to increase competition
in the prices of tourism, while the website design helps to spread information about the tourism
offers. Both sexes consider that the website design as a means helps to ensure the information
veracity of tourism offers.

The research paper recommended to continue development of the role of tourism promotion
through the Internet in spreading information about the tourism offers, so as to achieve the
greatest possible benefits.

Trafficking in Human Beings in Global Age: A Case Study

 Study of Turkey

Murat GÜL1 and Tuğba SARIKAYA GÜLER2

Abstract

With the dissolution of the Soviet Union and the end of the monolithic international structure,

asymmetric threats raised to the top of the agenda of the international community. Among

them, trafficking in human beings has become one of the main issues threatening the security

of the Western countries. Due to the fact that trafficking in human beings is now regarded as a

modern form of slavery and constitutes one of the major crimes in international law, several

studies have been conducted analysing the issue. These studies have been designed within a

general framework and lacked to cover case studies on country-basis. Within this context, this

article aims to analyse Turkey’s approach and policies in relation with the trafficking in human

beings issue. Since Turkey is a transit, destination and origin country of migration, the root

causes and the dimensions of the problem for Turkey and Turkey’s strategy to cope with the

issue will set forth meaningful data and enable a better understanding.