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 […]
The Harlem Renaissance’s Influence Around the World
Although the Harlem Renaissance is most closely associated with New York City, its influence spread around the world, and it continues to inspire artists and leaders and impact culture today. This fun infographic brings forth some of the places—in the U.S. and around the globe—affected by Harlem’s ideas and institutions, along with other areas that […]
Celebrate the Groundbreaking Voices of Classic Black Authors
NOTE: To view the interactive quotes, download the PDF to your desktop. We Honor the Enduring Importance and Influence of the Greatest Black Authors to Help Cultivate Understanding and Respect Our search statistics show that these writers are among the most studied in the award-winning Bloom’s Literature database and are even more popular than contemporary best-sellers. Bloom’s Literature facilitates understanding […]
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 […]
Four Keys to Using Credo Source in Instruction
This brief guide provides ideas for Credo Source in the classroom. Written by Tamar Rubin, former Infobase Senior Manager of Information Literacy Products and Strategy and a former elementary school educator, this helpful resource offers easy ways to support research skill building using content readily available in Credo Source while also illustrating how supplemental resources can impact […]
Take a Dive into the World of Mental Illness—Bellevue: Inside and Out
New York City’s Bellevue Hospital has a renowned psychiatric emergency center that treats 7,000 men and women annually. The gritty documentary, Bellevue: Inside Out, takes a daunting look at the daily operation of the center by focusing on a handful of patients, doctors, and nurses as they navigate the world of mental illness. In this […]
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 […]
3 Ways Infobase Learning Cloud Supports Effective eLearning
Providing valuable learning opportunities to students and faculty amidst the cacophony of digital distractions can be a challenge. How can your institution ensure sound upskilling, reskilling, and training programs for all of the varying needs of your campus constituents? Infobase Learning Cloud meets these needs with accessible and outcome-based microlearning courseware. Learn three different ways […]
Celebrate the Groundbreaking Voices of Classic Women Authors
We Honor the Enduring Importance and Influence of the Greatest Women Authors Our search statistics show that these women writers are among the most studied in the award-winning Bloom’s Literature database and are even more popular than contemporary best-sellers. Bloom’s Literature facilitates understanding of and critical thinking about these authors and many others. Look for these featured articles, sections, […]
Inspiring Women of Science & Technology: Yesterday and Today
According to the Department of Labor, there are expected to be more than 11.4 million STEM jobs by 2032. And job opportunities in STEM are expected to grow by 10.8 percent, which is faster than the average for all occupations. Yet, according to the American Association of University Women, women only make up about 28% […]
Four Keys to Using Issues & Controversies in Instruction
This brief guide provides ideas for using Issues & Controversies in instruction. Written by instructional designer and doctoral candidate Waneta Hebert, this resource offers simple suggestions to build students’ coherent understanding of contemporary issues using the content and tools readily available in Issues & Controversies while also illustrating how supplemental resources can impact student learning. Learn how you can […]
Four Keys to Using Films On Demand in Instruction
This brief guide provides ideas for using Films On Demand in instruction. Written by instructional designer and doctoral candidate Waneta Hebert, this resource offers simple suggestions on how you can use Films On Demand in your courses by: Engaging students with the power of choice Empowering students to explore their interests Elevating struggling students with additional support Extending high-achieving students to new heights
