Facts on File Online Resources

HISTORY AND CIVICS

American History Online
Spanning more than 500 years of political, military, social and cultural history.  Thousands of biographies, subject entries, timeline entries, primary source documents, maps, and images cover the entire spectrum of the American experience.

American Indian History Online
Offers thorough access to more than 15,000 years of Native American culture, history and heritage.

African-American History Online
Features thousands of cross-referenced entries covering the entire spectrum of African-American history.

American Women’s History Online
Contains biographies, historical and topical subject entries, primary source documents, maps and charts, photographs, and timeline entries covering more than 500 years of American women’s history.

Modern World History Online
Covers the people, places, and events in the broad expanse of history – from mid-15th century to present.

Ancient and Medieval History Online
Explores the pre-modern world with in-depth focus on Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, Africa, Europe, the Americas and Asia.

U.S. Government Online
Presents in-depth information on the structure and function of the U.S. government and its everyday role in the lives of citizens.

Issues and 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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NEWS SERVICES

World News Digest
Brings together and enhances nearly seven decades news from the renowned Facts On File World News Digest in print.

Issues and Controversies
Explores more than 800 hot topics in business, politics, government, education, and popular culture.

Issues and 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.

Today’s Science
Bridges the gap between the science that students learn in the classroom and the discoveries pushing the boundaries of science today.

GEOGRAPHY

World Geography and Culture NEW!
A comprehensive resource that takes a global approach to facilitate the study of countries, peoples, and geography concepts and skills.

SCIENCE

Science Online
Presents a broad range of scientific disciplines through extensive definitions, essays, diagrams, biographies, and experiments.

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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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Health Reference Center
Provides clear and comprehensive information on conditions and diseases, health and wellness, mental health, and the human body.

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CAREERS

Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center
Provides detailed profiles of more than 3,300 jobs and 94 industries, invaluable advice on career skills, more than 55,000 resource entries, and much more!

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ONLINE CURRICULUM RESOURCES

Curriculum Resource Center
Provides a library of printable teacher-handout materials for the middle school, high school, and junior college curriculum.

Curriculum Resource Center: Junior Edition
Provides a library of printable teacher-handout material and other content geared for elementary-level students.

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STREAMING VIDEO DATABASES

Curriculum Video On Demand for High Schools  NEW!
A comprehensive streaming video subscription service for high schools.  Unlimited access to more than 5,000 educational programs – view in class, at the library, or from home!

Films On Demand for Public Libraries NEW!
Public Library patrons will have instant access to thousands of world-class documentaries, award-winning educational films, and helpful instructional videos 24/7. Top-quality producers include:  Films for Humanities and Sciences, CNBC, BBC, The News Hour with Jim Lehrer, Bill Moyers Journal, etc…Available in 2 collections – Humanities and Sciences or Career and Tech Ed—or together as a Master Collection.

LITERATURE AND LANGUAGE

Writer’s Reference Center NEW!
A convenient one-stop location for all of the tools necessary to write and research effectively.  An excellent supplement to any class.  Perfect for classes from English 101 to Creative Writing, to AP Journalism. 

Bloom’s Literary Reference Online
Examines great writers, important works, memorable characters, and influential movements and events in world literature.

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eLEARNING MODULES  NEW!

General Information:
eLearning Modules provide focused, targeted coverage of core-curriculum topics through a unique combination of texts, print titles and rich media.  Engaging images, educational videos, and support materials make these eLearning Modules perfect for in-class use.  Bring your lessons to life with eLearning Modules! Choose from these subject areas and titles:

SCIENCE
Essential Chemistry Online   
The Human Body:  How It Works Online                       
Physics in Action Online
The Plant World OnlineBiomes of the Earth Online coming soon – summer 2010!       
Energy and the Environment Online coming soon – summer 2010!
Genetics and Evolution Online coming soon – summer 2010!
Green Technology Online coming soon – summer 2010! 
         
Genes and Diseases coming soon – fall 2010!
Global Warming Online coming soon – fall 2010!                               
Space Science Online coming soon – fall 2010!

HISTORY AND CIVICS
America at War Online        
Global Exploration Online
Your Government:  How It Works Online

Great Empires of the Past Online coming soon – summer 2010!
World Religions Online coming soon – summer 2010! 

CAREERS
Exploring Career Clusters Online              
Top Careers with a Two-Year Degree

LITERATURE
The Great American Novel Online coming soon – fall 2010!
The Great British and World Novel Online coming soon – fall 2010!
Shakespeare Online coming soon – fall 2010!

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