The Infobase Information Literacy Strategy Handbook, High School Edition
We have created the Information Literacy Strategy Handbook, High School Edition, based on years of working with hundreds of schools and libraries, research into current best practices and technology, and insight from our customers. This brand-new handbook—created specifically for high schools—includes: Information on artificial intelligence How to scaffold instruction so students build on existing learning How […]
Reading and Writing Mini Posters
Handpicked by The Mailbox® team of educators, these 16 versatile mini posters provide delightful visual cues to support student literacy. Perfect for literacy centers, anchor charts, and inspiring independent student reference, each poster is designed to help students in grades 2 to 3 and beyond master key skills, such as: comprehension strategies opinion writing capitalization […]
Mastering the Art of Information Literacy
Sharon Golan, Infobase’s Director of Content Licensing, presents our exclusive series Mastering the Art of Information Literacy. Emphasizing that media literacy is not just about finding information but also about knowing how to evaluate, analyze, and use it effectively and responsibly, this series is an indispensable educational resource for students, educators, and independent researchers.
The Infobase IL Strategy Handbook, Third Edition
Infobase’s team of librarians has created the Information Literacy Strategy Handbook, Third Edition, based on years of working with hundreds of libraries, research into current best practices and technology, and insight from our customers. This updated edition includes information on artificial intelligence and discusses how to scaffold instruction so students build on existing learning, how to […]
Provide LMS Training Courses for New & Adjunct Faculty with Infobase Learning Cloud: Campus Use Case
How can one best train new and adjunct faculty to teach online effectively? Even the most experienced in-person instructors can struggle in an online environment. Learn how one Midwestern university created a course to help instructors experience online learning through the eyes of their students using Infobase Learning Cloud. About Infobase Learning Cloud Infobase Learning […]
Debunking & Prebunking: Strategies for Librarians to Eradicate Misinformation
Interest in combating misinformation has exploded in the past decade, and many scholars and public figures have claimed that libraries should play an important role in slowing the spread of false claims. However, much of the research around correcting misinformation or preventing its dissemination comes from other fields, such as psychology and education. Researchers in […]
5 Ways Teachers Can Celebrate School Library Month in Their Classrooms
Although we have plenty of good reasons to celebrate the libraries and librarians in our schools every day, School Library Month is a perfect time to reinforce the value we put on these important institutions and the people who make such a difference in our students’ lives. Check out the infographic for some ways you […]
Getting To Know Credo Source
For nearly 20 years, university libraries around the world have used Credo Reference both as a trusted starting point for beginning researchers taking their first steps away from Google or Wikipedia and as a diverse content repository for faculty members building introductory courses. While Credo Reference has been a constant in universities for a long […]
Four Keys to Using Credo Reference in Instruction
This brief guide provides ideas for using Credo Reference in instruction. Written by instructional designer and doctoral candidate Waneta Hebert, this resource offers simple suggestions to support basic research instruction using the content and tools readily available in Credo Reference while also illustrating how supplemental resources can impact student learning. Learn how you can use Credo Reference to build confident researchers at […]
Creating Sustainable Hybrid Library Programs
How can libraries develop a sustainable programming model that serves patrons in person and online? During the pandemic, many libraries rapidly pivoted to fully virtual programming. Now, as libraries rebuild their in-person programs, it has become clear that some patrons will continue to want and expect virtual options for the long term. But without more […]
Keene State College Helps First-Year Students Successfully Navigate the Research Process with Credo Reference
Keene State College in New Hampshire is helping first-year students learn and strengthen their research and writing skills with an effective peer-to-peer mentoring and instruction program centered around Credo Reference. We recently had the pleasure to speak with Elizabeth Dolinger, Information Literacy Librarian at Mason Library, Keene State College, to learn why this model has […]
4 Strategies to Support Digital Equity in Your Community
For decades, libraries have been striving to close the digital divide, creating lifelines for disconnected communities. Yet year after year, the problem persists. It is time for a new approach. These 4 ideas are not the only possible strategies for digital inclusion but provide concrete examples that inspire innovative local responses—see what works for your […]
