Copyright statement

All designs, features and methods for the 4Matrix software are the copyright of New Media Learning Ltd. 2002-2011. We assert our unique right to ownership of the key designs, appearance, methods and functions of the 4Matrix software
No permission is granted for any re-use of this software, or alteration to its code, re-use of its methods, or the creation of look-alike products that make use of the intellectual property intrinsic to the function and design of the 4Matrix software.

In particular, the graphical representation of comparative achievement, the technique for analysing a graph into a commentary, and the wording of that commentary, is exclusively our copyright, established through a nine year record of unique, unfettered use.
The model of self-evaluation that we use, based on the use of the features of the 4Matrix system, is our copyrighted method, developed over nine years of working with schools. Reproduction in part or in whole of our representations, our techniques, or our methods, is a breach of our copyright and we will pursue such breaches to the full extent of the law.

We are interested in proposals to make 4Matrix inter-operate with other MIS systems and data tools. It is not our policy to duplicate the function of software already in the marketplace, and we expect this courtesy from other developers. We aim to collaborate with all companies who specialise in supplying data services to schools, to mutual advantage, and to the benefit of schools themselves. We request that such companies contact us about co-development opportunities rather than attempt to reproduce our systems and ideas.

We request that national bodies acknowledge 4Matrix as a source when referring to methods, phrases or techniques that we have originated, or to comments or perspectives that have been made available from this site and during the course of our work.

We request that individuals in schools or other organisations do not dissassemble our software, or attempt to make use of our designs or methods in extending the functionality of their own data analysis systems, or the creation of look-alike products. We ask these individuals to note that i) to do so makes them personally liable for any damages that may result on the exposure of their actions, and ii) we are usually willing to supply our software to individuals interested in working with us to improve or extend its functions.

For all enquiries about the possible extension of use of this software, or co-promotional proposals, please contact Mike Bostock at mike@new-media-learning.org in the first instance.