Fun Facts about the Presidents
You know how they say “truth is stranger than fiction”? We think this is why it’s fun to learn facts, especially unusual ones—they’re interesting because they’re true! This Presidents’ Day, inspire a love of facts in your students by presenting some fun facts about the interesting men who have run our country. The World Almanac® […]
Was the Biden Presidency a Success? A Featured Controversy from Issues & Controversies
On January 20, 2025, President Joe Biden stepped down from office after becoming the first president in more than half a century to decline to seek reelection when eligible for another term. Depending on whom you talk to, Biden’s presidency was either one that reinstated America’s role on the world stage and successfully ushered through […]
Go on Adventures with Sonic the Hedgehog
If you’re of a certain age, you might remember turning on the TV on weekdays to watch Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog when you were young. Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog was one of two Sonic the Hedgehog cartoons from the 1990s (the other, Sonic the Hedgehog, aired on Saturday mornings). Well, Sonic the Hedgehog […]
Ten Popular Public Library Streams of 2024
What have public library patrons been streaming on Access Video On Demand and Just for Kids in 2024? Find some of the most viewed titles below as well as a few recommendations for further viewing. 5 Popular Titles from Access Video On Demand 1. Super Special Sonic Search and Smash Squad from MVD (Item #186785) […]
Librarians, Fight Misinformation with Infobase
Like it or not, we live in an era where misinformation and disinformation are abundant, and a misinformed public cannot make responsible decisions. As such, information literacy, including news literacy and media literacy, has never been more crucial. The foundational critical-thinking skills that come with information literacy will benefit researchers of all ages, and the […]
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, […]
Credo Reference Is an MLA Platinum Winner: Q&A with the Editors
Infobase’s award-winning academic resource Credo Reference brought home another award—Platinum distinction in LibraryWorks’ 11th annual Modern Library Awards (MLAs)! Each year, the MLAs recognize the top products and services in the library industry in a truly unbiased format. We wanted to follow up this latest great honor with a conversation with Kristin Klinger, Infobase’s platform […]
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 […]
Celebrate the Life of Martin Luther King Jr. with These Videos
Every January, we honor the life and triumphs of civil rights leader and nonviolent activist Martin Luther King Jr. Infobase’s Learn360 for K-12, Classroom Video On Demand for secondary schools, Films On Demand for higher education, and Access Video On Demand and Just for Kids for public libraries—feature videos your institution can use on Martin Luther […]
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, […]
