Databases: Subject List: Education

Databases:

This online literary resource for children pairs classic video storybooks with related nonfiction eBooks to build a love of reading and learning.

Facts On File is “one of America’s leading publishers of print and online reference materials…and spans a multitude of subject areas such as U.S. history, world history, language and literature, science and technology, careers, social issues, and many others."

One of the “leading service providers of full-text and secondary databases,” EBSCO allows users to search several databases simultaneously—including ERIC, Academic Search Premiere, the Professional Development Collection, and the Vocational and Career Collection.

Learning Express features different learning areas, like  Computer Skills, College and GED Prep, and U.S. Citizenship, and “offers the practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses, and information you need to achieve the results you want—at school, at work, or in life.”

Learn a language...it's fun! Mango will help you learn languages like Spanish, French, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, German, Mandarin Chinese, Greek, Italian, Russian and many more.

A “start to finish resource,” the Testing and Education Reference Center offers practice tests on several tests, including the GED, ACT/SAT, NCLEX, and Civil Service and licensure exams, as well as useful information on Financial Aid, and an Online Resume Builder.

”Known to librarians worldwide as ‘the Information Publisher,’ Facts On File has been publishing quality reference titles since 1941.” This particular database focuses on younger users and students from elementary school to college.

"World Book Online: Early World of Learning offers an interactive learning environment for children in preschool and early elementary grades, which includes resources to help them grasp critical early childhood themes while developing reading and oral language skills."

Websites:

This site provides links to lesson plans, online education information, and question archive responses, as well as the Gateway to Educational Materials and ERIC databases.

Your source for free information from the U.S. Department of Education on preparing for and funding education beyond high school, including FAFSA.

The State of Ohio site for families, educators, and administrators.

ORC enhances teaching and learning by promoting standards-based best practices in mathematics, science, and reading for Ohio schools and universities.

Online, searchable versions of the popular Peterson’s educational guides. Includes college information, admissions advice, and much more.

Information for students, parents, teachers, and administrators.