Using Bloom’s Literature for Theme and Summary
This brief guide provides ideas for using the award-winning Bloom’s Literature in the classroom. Written by Instructional Designer / former English teacher Waneta Hebert, this helpful resource offers easy ways to support the Theme & Summary literature modules using content readily available in Bloom’s Literature while also illustrating how supplemental resources can impact student learning. Learn how you can use Bloom’s Literature to […]
The Credo Second-Year Student Transition Guide
Extending Retention and Student Success Efforts Beyond the FYE Often lost in the transition between the welcoming support of the First-Year Experience and the relationships formed with faculty once students select their major, second-year students present a unique set of needs. From navigating new social pressures, to forming their self-identity, to honing their academic skills, […]
Credo Information Literacy Campus Use Cases
Infobase offers the only information literacy (IL) solution designed specifically for higher ed libraries, with ACRL Standards and Framework-aligned multimedia and assessments to support embedded librarians, one-shot sessions, and point-of-need instruction. When librarians ask us how Credo Information Literacy can be used by their institution, we usually start with a list: Flip the Classroom: Maximize limited time with […]
Video On Demand in Academic Libraries
Like the use of digital resources in general, video on demand has experienced rapid adoption rates in academic settings, which accelerated even more during the COVID-19 pandemic. But also like any other digital resource, video on demand brings with it a variety of challenges to workflows, pricing, and access. This report, written by Gisèle Tanasse, […]
Building Smart Researchers with Credo Reference
Teaching students how to research effectively is challenging—especially when they have not had much experience doing it—but research instruction creates a foundation that they can use throughout their lives. Champlain College Saint-Lambert in Quebec is a longtime subscriber of Credo Reference and a Cégep (general and vocational college). Nicole Haché, Librarian at Champlain’s George Wallace Library, shares her experience […]
Student Engagement with Video in 3 Easy Steps
Video-based learning engages students more deeply because brains process visual images faster than the written word. Dive into Films On Demand and discover the strength of video empowered with search features, making planning faster and more effective. There’s a reason why The Charleston Advisor gave Films On Demand this Four-Star Review: “Films On Demand is the frontrunner in providing high-quality streaming educational video covering […]
Campus Professional Development Across Your Institution
Infobase Learning Cloud offers professional development learning and training courses designed to meet the unique needs of college campuses—including supporting student success, driving retention, and building faculty and adjunct preparedness. This infographic presents a “campus map” that highlights the broad range of topics covered in our learning library and the many departments and groups who […]
Infobase Admin Portal: Your Efficiency Tool
Librarians, educators, and instructional designers benefit when they’re given the tools they need to communicate freely and efficiently—and to track and increase usage of content, tools, and technology. This infographic shows how the Infobase admin portal can help.
5 Things to Know About Today’s Science
Have you heard of Today’s Science—current science news written in accessible language with vibrant images, topical videos, and interviews with scientists covering every facet of current scientific research? Want to learn more? Here are five things to know: Current News Articles: Today’s Science contains more than 6,000 original articles, written in easy-to-understand language, highlighting the most important advances […]
Campus Training Materials: 5 Groups That Benefit
With the right strategies and resources, your entire campus can thrive, whether remote or in person. Our infographic highlights five groups to consider when making decisions about professional development and training.
Virtual Classroom Engagement: 5 Instructional Strategies
With the right strategies, you can create an effective and productive learning environment, even remotely. Our infographic highlights five essential tips to engage, empower, and connect with your students—and make them feel a part of your virtual classroom community.
Valencia College and Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center
We recently had the pleasure to speak with Valencia College staff members about their New Student Experience (NSE) course and how Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center helps their students link their college experience to a career path. Our Q&A profiles their unique and innovative course and how they leverage this award-winning career database for student success.
