Digital Equity in Public Libraries
For decades, libraries have been striving to close the digital divide. From providing public computers and WiFi to technology classes and resources, they have created lifelines for disconnected communities (Fallows, 2021; NTIA, 2021; PLA, 2020; ULC, n.d.). Yet year after year, the problem persists—and in some ways, even worsens. It is time for a new […]
8 Benefits of Digital Resources for Instruction
Research shows that better student outcomes, including higher grades and test scores, are achieved when educators use digital resources to enhance in-class instruction. Digital resources can also improve students’ critical thinking, problem-solving and logical reasoning tests. But in the time of tech fatigue, it’s essential to understand how to use digital resources intelligently to reap […]
Choosing Classroom Materials: 5 Ways Leaders Can Help
Educators often express frustration at the amount of time they spend looking for resources that they need in order to support their students’ learning. Additionally, the inadequacy of certain provided texts creates a need to augment them to align with and reflect new and changing standards. The 74 recently conducted a survey of middle and high […]
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, […]
5 Things to Know about The World Almanac® for Kids
Erasing the line between homework support and fun exploration, The World Almanac® for Kids includes exclusive online-only material as well as content from award-winning Chelsea House and Facts On File sets and series. Want to learn more? We present five things you need to know about this renowned children’s database.
5 Things to Know About The World Almanac® for Kids Elementary
The World Almanac® for Kids Elementary provides a wealth of elementary-level content—including engaging illustrated articles, videos, interactives, Fun Facts, and more—in a colorful, kid-friendly format perfect for helping young children develop online research skills. Here are five important things you should know about it.
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, […]
Video On Demand for Library Patrons
Access Video On Demand Helps Ocean County Public Library Connect with Its Community Many public libraries have struggled to support their patrons’ needs with remote access to services during the pandemic. But in Ocean County, New Jersey, the library’s 600,000-plus members have enjoyed unlimited access to more than 28,000 hours of carefully curated streaming video content […]
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 […]
