Terms of Use: Global Learning Portal
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Goethe University Frankfurt Global Learning Portal, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site.
2. User Accounts and Eligibility
- Registration: To access certain courses, you may be required to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information.
- Responsibility: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
- Ownership: All course materials, including videos, texts, graphics, and logos, are the intellectual property of Goethe University Frankfurt or its partners (e.g., BrainFacts.org) and are protected by copyright laws.
- Limited License: Users are granted a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access the content for educational, non-commercial purposes only. You may not redistribute, sell, or modify any content without explicit written consent.
4. Code of Conduct
As a student of this global portal, you agree to:
- Maintain academic integrity and avoid any form of plagiarism.
- Respect other users in discussion forums and collaborative spaces.
- Not attempt to interfere with the proper working of the portal or bypass any access restrictions.
5. Course Completion and Availability
- Pacing: Some courses may have time-locked content (e.g., lessons available 1 day after the completion of the previous task) to ensure pedagogical flow.
- Access: While we strive for 24/7 availability, the University reserves the right to suspend access for maintenance or updates without prior notice.
6. Third-Party Links and Partners
The portal contains links to external websites (such as BrainFacts.org). Goethe University Frankfurt is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The courses and materials are provided “as is.” Goethe University Frankfurt makes no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy or reliability of the materials for any specific purpose beyond general education.
8. Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the University or its partners be liable for any damages arising out of the use or inability to use the materials on the portal.
9. Modifications
The University may revise these Terms of Use at any time. By continuing to use the portal, you agree to be bound by the then-current version of these terms.