AHS Student RESOURCES

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Passwords for Databases

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Get Help with MLA Style & Citations

Need help researching a topic, finding a book, or using library resources?

Pop into the library, email Mrs. Rae Haemmerle at haemmerler@avoneagles.org, or email Kelly Gonzalez at gonzalezk@avoneagles.org.

RESEARCH BY SUBJECT

Biography & General Research 

Academic Search Premier

Multi-disciplinary collection of full text journal articles(INFOhio)
Historical American primary source documents**Available on school computers only--no home access**
Streaming educational videos from all subject areas(INFOhio)
Magazines journal, and newspaper articles, along with images, videos, and primary sources (INFOhio)
Digital reference library (Gale)
Multimedia database on wide range of subjects(Gale)
Multimedia database of multiple perspectives on contemporary issues(Gale)

Go, Ask Achieve (9-10)

Resources and strategies for inquiry-led research and problem-based learning(INFOhio)

iWonder

Librarian-selected websites to support Ohio standards and use for homework and research(INFOhio)



Online tool for organizing and collaborating on research projects


Articles from academic encyclopedias over diverse subjects(INFOhio)





Essays and journal articles covering multiple perspectives on contemporary issues(INFOhio)



Research 4 Success

Blended learning modules that teach essential research skills(INFOhio)

World Book Advanced

Multimedia online encyclopedia(INFOhio)


World Book Student

Multimedia online encyclopedia(INFOhio)

World Book Timelines

Timelines for various subjects and disciplines(INFOhio)

Career & College Info

Curated collection of Ebsco resources specific to business(INFOhio)
Curated collection of Ebsco resources specific to careers(INFOhio)
Career exploration, training, and jobs via U.S. Department of Labor

College Board (AP, SAT, College, & Career Plans)

Resources for college and career pursuits and practice for their standardized tests
College and career resources, practice tests, and ebooks(INFOhio)
Interest survey for college and career guidance
Free self-paced tutorials and training in technology skills and resume, interview, and job application tips

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook

Future outlook, education, and median pay for potential careers

Current Events & News

Current newspaper database, including New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post (1980s forward)

Health & Wellness

New mental health resources available as ebooks(Gale)
Curated collection of Ebsco resources specific to health information(INFOhio)

Language & Literature

Digital reference library (Gale)
Multimedia database on wide range of subjects(Gale)
Multimedia database of multiple perspectives on contemporary issues(Gale)
Digital library of academic journals, books, and primary sources

Literary Reference Center

Resources on authors and works, including literary criticism(INFOhio)
Essays and journal articles covering multiple perspectives on contemporary issues(INFOhio)

Purdue University Online Writing Lab (OWL) 

Writing tools and MLA/APA citation information
Online essay submission with originality report and feedback options

Makerspace & Mechanics

Auto mechanic information on service. maintenance, and repairs(INFOhio)
How-to information and instructions for makers(INFOhio)
Curated collection of Ebsco resources specific to STEM subjects(INFOhio)

Science & Math

Multimedia science reference(Gale)
Various STEM resources, including virtual experiments, diagrams, and learning modules (INFOhio)
Science and math encyclopedias, periodicals, and experiments(INFOhio)
Curated collection of Ebsco resources specific to STEM subjects(INFOhio)

Social Studies & Government

Historical American primary source documents**Available on school computers only--no home access**
Magazines journal, and newspaper articles, along with images, videos, and primary sources (INFOhio)
Digital reference library (Gale)
Multimedia database on wide range of subjects(Gale)
Multimedia database of multiple perspectives on contemporary issues(Gale)
Resources on significant people, events, and topics in U.S. history(Gale)
Resources on significant people, events, and topics in world history(Gale)
Comprehensive resource on the Holocaust
Historical documents and records
Historical documents and records
Interactive resources on the text, history, and various interpretations of the U.S. Constitution
Essays and journal articles covering multiple perspectives on contemporary issues(INFOhio)

World Book Advanced

Multimedia online encyclopedia(INFOhio)


World Book Student

Multimedia online encyclopedia(INFOhio)

World Book Timelines

Timelines for various subjects and disciplines(INFOhio)

World Languages

Banco de Contenidos aulaPlaneta 

Multimedia Spanish-language database for upper-level students(INFOhio)

Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos

Multimedia Spanish-language encyclopedia(INFOhio)

L'Encyclopédie Découverte 

Multimedia French-language encyclopedia(INFOhio)