Films On Demand: 1968—Looking Back 50 Years
Films On Demand provides students with an important video resource for understanding events from one of the most tumultuous years in modern American history, including primary source archival films and documentaries that add perspective to those turbulent times. Videos on the events of 1968 include: 1968: A Year of War, Turmoil & Beyond (Item #150034) […]
Films On Demand: August/September Timely Topics—India, Pakistan, and More
This month’s programming suggestions from Films On Demand can help students and researchers learn more about the modern history of India and Pakistan as well as the lives and impact of a maverick senator, the United States’ first African-American Supreme Court justice, the business magnate known as “the Oracle of Omaha,” and an influential African-American author. Subscribers […]
Films On Demand: Spotlight on Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College (RCCC) in Rowan County and Cabarrus County, North Carolina, is a Films On Demand subscriber. We recently talked with instruction and outreach librarian Laurie Robb about how RCCC handles technophobes, encourages usage among researchers and faculty, and makes library resources more accessible for all patrons. Tell us one way you’re helping users who may be hesitant to […]
The World Almanac®: New Content on the Trump Administration, Sports, and More
The award-winning World Almanac® database is continuously updated with fresh data and special reports. Here are some of the latest additions to this award-winning database: Sports: Complete final coverage of the Men’s World Cup soccer tournament and 2018 NBA and NHL seasons. Other recent sports updates cover the MLB All-Star Game, British Open golf, Tour de […]
Issues & Controversies: 2018 Updates
Issues & Controversies is continuously updated and enhanced, increasing the educational value of this award-winning resource. Here is a recap of some of the content updates made so far this year. New articles: Added 10 new and updated articles on high-interest topics such as the opioid crisis, Puerto Rico, women’s rights, marijuana legalization, immigration policy, […]
Access Video On Demand: July/August Programming Ideas—Real Life 101 and More
Access Video On Demand provides countless ideas for engaging community programming, including titles on career exploration, the United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Great War, and America’s space program. Subscribers can also explore the complete calendar (accessible via the menu in the header) for the year’s milestones, holidays, and events—a great source for programming ideas throughout […]
Films On Demand: July/August Programming Ideas—NASA and More
This month’s programming suggestions from Films On Demand can help students and researchers learn more about America’s space program, the United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Constitutional amendment that established equal protection of the laws, the “war to end all wars,” the controversial disappearance of a labor union leader, and the life and works of one […]
The World Almanac® for Kids: Two New Modules
The award-winning World Almanac® for Kids now has two brand-new modules: Oceans, Lakes & Rivers: The articles in this new geography module discuss Earth’s hydrosphere, oceans, lakes, and rivers, as well as humanity’s impact on Earth’s bodies of water. The module includes Fun Facts articles and informative videos. States of Matter: This physical science module […]
Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center: 2018 Updates
Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center is continuously updated and enhanced, increasing the educational value of this award-winning resource. Here is a recap of some of the content updates made so far this year. Recent Updates and Additions: Articles: Added 37 new Professions articles, including Fuel Cell Engineers, Hydroelectric Production Managers, Investment Fund Managers, Logistics Engineers, Neuropsychologists, Product […]
The World Almanac® for Kids Elementary: 2018 Updates
The World Almanac® for Kids Elementary is continuously updated and enhanced, increasing the educational value of this award-winning resource. Here is a recap of some of the content updates made so far this year. Recent Updates and Additions: New modules: Added two completely new modules: Countries of the World, with maps and flags for more […]
Today’s Science: 2018 Updates
Today’s Science is continuously updated and enhanced, increasing the educational value of this award-winning resource. Here is a recap of some of the content updates made so far this year. Recent Updates and Additions: Articles: Added 60 new articles and revised and updated more than 100. Hyperlinks: Added 1,500+ new glossary links, 500+ new encyclopedia […]
Science Online: 2018 Updates
Science Online is continuously updated and enhanced, increasing the educational value of this award-winning resource. Here is a recap of some of the content updates made so far this year. Recent Updates and Additions: Articles: Added original and exclusive content from the following sources: The Green World, on such topics as plant ecology, nutrition, and […]
