Who Owns Academic Work?

In "Who Owns Academic Work?" author Corynne McSherry delves into the complexities of intellectual property rights within academia. Published by Harvard University Press in 2003, this thought-provoking paperback spans 288 pages and offers a comprehensive examination of how the commodification of academic work is influencing the very fabric of universities, the role of professors, and the principles of intellectual property law. McSherry draws upon extensive legal, historical, and qualitative research to illuminate the challenges posed by the increasing propertization of scholarship, a trend that threatens to undermine a long-standing covenant that has traditionally upheld the academic community. This engaging and informative read is essential for anyone interested in the intersections of law, education, and intellectual freedom. Discover how these transformations are reshaping the landscape of academic life today.