Welcome

Long before the internet was available, libraries were the first place that students and researchers went when they needed questions answered. But, in today’s high-tech world, most of us assume that the internet is the best place to go. So, we turn on our computers, log on to our internet provider and do a keyword search. Students instantly become inundated with millions of choices – most of which have nothing to do with the keyword entered.

While there is no doubt that internet search engines are powerful tools, students need to be able to access content that they can depend on to be authoritative, accurate and provided in a safe search environment. Databases provide this type of information to students. By purchasing a database you are providing equitable access to information for all students regardless of geographic location, socio-economic status or learning ability to content that is controlled in a safe online environment.

Subscribing to a database also provides internet safety for students by providing proprietary reference content, periodicals, primary sources, graphs charts and images in one common location. This information is age and grade appropriate based on a school’s needs. Ultimately, by providing databases to students, you are helping increase overall achievement and increased test scores.

Also provided with the purchase of databases are parent and teacher training sessions to ensure effective, safe and correct use on online resources. Databases are accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

So, to further understand online resources, simply take a look at one or more of the resources below or the electronic resources in the right most column. You will be amazed to see what waits for you at the click of the mouse.

eBook Electronic Resources

Electronic Database Resources