Celebrate Black History Month with Infobase

Every February, we celebrate the many contributions that African Americans have made to our society and honor the many struggles and triumphs they have faced over the generations. Infobase has a wide range of educational content that is ideal for researchers and educators at all levels looking for solid sources on African-American history. K–12 students, […]

Test Students’ Trivia Knowledge & Research Skills with Infobase

What day does the Spring Equinox land on? How long did the U.S. Civil War last? What was the name of the first woman in space? Trivia games aren’t just fun—they are also exercise for the brain, great for improving memory as well as problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. If you’re looking for a fun way […]

Can Donald Trump Pardon Himself? A Featured Controversy from Issues & Controversies

When Donald Trump returns to the White House on January 20, 2025, he will have the dubious distinction of becoming the first person convicted of a federal crime to hold the office of the presidency. As presidents have the power to pardon people convicted of federal crimes, Trump’s reelection raises the question of whether or […]

The 10 Most Popular Higher Ed Programs of 2024

What have your students and peers been watching on Films On Demand in 2024? Find the most viewed titles below as well as a few recommendations for further viewing. Subscribers, log into Films On Demand to watch these videos now.  All titles are available worldwide unless otherwise noted. We have included searchable item numbers for […]

Providing Guidance on Artificial Intelligence (AI)

To many of us parents and educators, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in education has been both intriguing and disturbing. Over the past year, I’ve watched my two teenagers experiment with ChatGPT many times, with results that alternate between impressive, ridiculous, and a waste of time. What’s clear is that, for better or worse, […]

Should the U.S. Keep the Electoral College? A Featured Controversy from Issues & Controversies

Now that the election is over, Americans’ votes are in the hands of the Electoral College. Issues & Controversies’ article highlighting the discussions around that institution has just been updated to reflect the latest election results and statistics.  Should the United States continue to use the Electoral College to elect the president? Here is a […]

This NaNoWriMo, Help Aspiring Authors Write That Novel

NaNoWriMo, or National Novel Writing Month, has for decades encouraged creative writers ages 13 and up to write novels, challenging them to finish 50,000 words of a novel within 30 days starting November 1. Many schools and public and higher ed libraries participate in this program every year, getting involved in NaNoWriMo’s Young Writers Program […]

Help STEM Students Learn More About Science Careers

Who are the people behind the biggest breakthroughs and discoveries in science today? What inspired them to take the actions they did to get to where they are? Young people who are interested in careers in science need more than just facts, figures, and the Scientific Method—they need to see the faces behind the discoveries […]

Stay on Top of the 2024 Election with World News Digest

November 5, 2024, will be a very important day in U.S. history. Voters in the United States will go to the polls to cast ballots in elections on the federal, state, and local levels—including for president and Congress—and, in doing so, will help decide the nation’s future.  In an era when an overwhelming amount of […]

Start Information Literacy Education in High School or Earlier

When should information literacy education start? While many colleges offer IL capstone courses, most experts agree it should begin in K–12. States like New Jersey, California, Delaware, and Texas now mandate information literacy instruction to teach students how to evaluate sources—from social media and news articles to textbooks. Infobase can help. Our Information Literacy Strategy […]

Give Students the College & Career Planning Resources They Need

Many young people approaching adulthood have a sense of what they want to do with their lives, but aren’t exactly sure how to get there. For many, college is a great start, but first-time, full-time freshmen have a dropout rate of around 23%; lack of support, academic challenges, and financial difficulties are among the many […]

Prevent Bullying: Resources to Build a More Inclusive Classroom

Many of us remember being excluded when we were young, and the psychological scars left behind can be devastating. How can we, as educators, help stop bullying—including cyberbullying—before it starts? Instilling and encouraging empathy is a great start; when students can put themselves into another student’s shoes, there’s a good chance they’ll be less likely […]