Infobase Learning
(Facts on File / Chelsea House /
Ferguson's / Bloom's / World Almanac / Films Media Group)
Description:
Discounts on the following Infobase Learning databases are available through the Nebraska Library Commission. For more in-depth descriptions of each
database, please click on the database name. Additional discounts are available if a
library subscribes to more than one database.
General Reference Resource:
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World Almanac for Kids - Presents resources for homework, reports,
and projects in a fun format while encouraging online research skills
from a trusted source. All new redesign and more content. Expands on the
contents of The World Almanac for Kids print edition, along with other
award-winning reference books from The World Almanac and Facts On File.
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Chelsea House Biographies Online - Features full-length biographies
of contemporary and historical personalities from around the world along
with useful resources for writing reports.
Science Resources:
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Today's Science - Bridges the gap between the science that students
learn in the classroom and the discoveries pushing the boundaries of
science today.
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Science Online - Presents a broad range of scientific disciplines
through extensive essays, videos, diagrams, definitions, biographies,
and experiments. A great place to start your science research.
History and Social Studies Resources:
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African American History Online - Features thousands of
cross-referenced entries, covering the entire spectrum of
African-American history over the past 500 years.
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American History Online - Spans more than 500 years of political,
military, social, and cultural history to cover the American experience.
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American Indian History Online - Offers fast access to more than 600
Native American groups and over 15,000 years of American Indian culture
and history.
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Ancient and Medieval History Online - Presents the full scope of
world history from prehistory through the 1500's with special topic
centers on key civilizations and regions.
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Modern World History Online - Covers the broad expanse of world
history from the mid-15th century to the present, featuring thousands of
documents, articles, timelines, images, videos, maps, and more!
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Issues & Controversies in American History - Builds a deeper
understanding of how historical events have shaped our nation by
exploring the key players and the battles they fought.
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Issues & Controversies - Provides exclusive, extensive coverage of
hundreds of today's hot topics, with unbiased analysis and rich related
resources.
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World News Digest - Authoritative world news coverage from 1940
through today, providing information, context and perspective.
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World Geography and Culture Online - Facilitates the study of
countries, U.S. states, places, peoples, and geography concepts and
skills through a global approach.
English and Language Arts Resources:
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Bloom's Literature - Examines great writers, important works,
memorable characters, and influential movements and events in world
literature. Harold Bloom's expert works represent his more than 50 years
of literary criticism, articles, reviews and more. The must have
resource for every English department and library.
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Writer's Reference Center - Provides the essential one-stop online
reference for writers, with all the tools necessary to write and
research effectively.
Health and Wellness Resources:
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Health Reference Center - Clear and comprehensive information on
conditions, diseases, health and wellness. A good starting point for
your research and information needs.
Career Resources:
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Ferguson's Career Guidance Center - Provides profiles of thousands
of jobs in 94 industries. Invaluable advice on career skills, with
thousands of resource entries and more. College planning section helps
plan your education. Great help on resume writing, cover letters,
interview skills, applying to apprenticeships and internships and more.
Links to current job opportunities.
Religion Resources:
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World Religions Online - Explores religion and spirituality in an
unbiased manner, from ceremonies of the first practitioners to the
rituals of today.
Streaming Video Resources:
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Classroom Video On Demand (High School version) - This
comprehensive, curriculum focused video subscription collection provides
thousands of videos for all departments/subjects. Content is correlated
to state, national, STEM, Common Core standards and included dynamic
citations. Create and share playlists, save favorites to folders and
more.
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Classroom Video On Demand - Career & Tech Ed Video Collection (High
School) - A multipurpose tool for vocational and technical high schools,
the Career & Technical Education Collection is a powerful resource for
students learning a trade and preparing for the world of employment. The
video lessons on technical trades and STEM disciplines are ideal
supplements for teachers dealing with heavy class loads, and the wealth
of titles on navigating the job search and application process will
prepare students for ultimate success.
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The World Cinema Collection Fact Sheet (High School) - With more
than 380 feature films from around the world, this unique collection
provides an exciting new way to learn about world cultures. Perfect even
beyond film studies classes, these titles bring value to programs in
multicultural studies, political science, history, world languages, and
more. This important collection includes the best of the silent era,
groundbreaking international directors, American and European
masterpieces from the mid-20th century, and award-winning contemporary
films featured by Global Lens.
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Learn360 (K12 content) - A premier digital streaming service for
K-12. Perfect district solution. Multi-subject videos and multi-media
including lesson plans, quizzes, images, activities, worksheets, music
tracks, maps, fact sheets, diagrams and more! Collated to standards,
dynamic citations and more.
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Access Video On Demand (Public Library version) - Provides unlimited
access to Public Library patrons to thousands of full-length videos and
clips on a wide array of subjects including: Arts & Humanities, Health
& Wellness, Science, Mathematics & Technology, Social Sciences, Business
& Economics, Home & Family, Travel & Recreation, Careers & Trades, and
more! Choose a collection, or subscribe to the complete master
collection for community building. Public performance rights included.
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The World Cinema Collection (Public Library) - With more than 380
feature films from the most renowned directors across the globe, this
unique collection includes the best of the silent era, groundbreaking
international directors, American and European masterpieces from the
mid-20th century, and award-winning contemporary films featured by
Global Lens. The collection shines a light on the history of cinema
while also providing a glimpse into the cultures and issues of countries
around the world.
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Feature Films for Education Collection - This outstanding collection
focuses on both current and hard-to-find titles for educational
instructional purposes, including literary adaptations, blockbusters,
classics, Academy Award winners, and more. Teach with the best Hollywood
has to offer and harness the storytelling power of film as a tool for
engaging and inspiring students.
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Films on Demand (Academic Libraries)
- Master Academic Collection
- Master Career & Technical Education Collection
- Nursing Collection
eBook and eLearning Resources:
- eBook Subscription Collection - Convenient, comprehensive
collections of acclaimed eBooks in a range of key subjects - more than
$180,000 worth of content in each collection. Provide students and
patrons with access to this complete library 24/7--365 days a year!
- eLearning
Library (Grades 6-12 and Public Library) - Provides targeted,
in-depth, correlated coverage on core curreculum topics.
Cross-curricular classroom resources for Science, History, Health and
Careers.
Infobase Learning K-12 Complete Product Listing
Infobase
Learning Public Library Complete Product Listing
Pricing:
For a price quote please contact Susan Knisely at 402-471-3849, 800-307-2665,
or email
Susan Knisely. Please be prepared to provide your population served, FTE, or student
enrollment.
For multi-site purchases, school districts, etc. please contact Steve Kindel at Infobase Learning, 800-322-8755 ext.
6059, or e-mail skindel@infobase.com.
Subscription Term:
July 1 through June 30
Deadline:
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To Place an Order:
Contact Susan Knisely at 402-471-3849,
800-307-2665, or email
Susan Knisely.
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for a free 30 day trial
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Licensing:
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Notes:
All subscriptions include:
- unlimited, simultaneous remote access
- 24/7; 365 days per year access. (Internet capability is needed for
access)
- iPad, android, and mobile friendly
- dynamic citations in multiple formats
- major educational standards (Common Core, State and National, and
more)