Mel.org resources

The following content is available through the Michigan Electronic Library (mel.org) and is free to anyone in the state of Michigan. The table of contents directly below will take you to the corresponding section on this page. There are no links in any section. What is here is informational only and access would be available directly at mel.org. All content on this page comes from a printable MeL resource. 

Ebooks

• Fiction and non-fiction eBooks

• Easy keyword searching within text

• Chapter or full-text download to desktop, mobile device, or Google Drive

• Simultaneous access; great for class-wide readings

• Citation generator embedded

• Contains a High School Collection and an Academic Collection

Ebsco Reference centers

• Image, video, genre, subject and index searches

• Contains a Biography Reference Center --- Reliable full-text biographies listed in alphabetical order and narrative biographies 

• Contains a History Reference Center --- Popular historic events, historical reference books, magazines, journals, and primary source documents, covers both U.S. and World History topics

• Contains a Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center --- Detailed how-to instructions and creative ideas, features arts & crafts, home & garden, model building and more. Also contains color, downloadable, PDF knitting patterns.  

• Contains a Literary Reference Center --- Full text database covering all genres and timeframes. Includes synopses, critical essays, book reviews, literary journals, and author biographies as well as full-text classic novels, short stories, and poems. 

• Contains Poetry & Short Story Reference Center --- Full text classic and contemporary poems, short stories, biographies, essays, and learning guides. Video and audio sources available.

• Contains Points of View Reference Center --- Opposing issues to help students develop persuasive arguments and essays, browse by topic

• Contains Science Reference Center --- Browse content in Applied Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Scientists and Space Science & Astronomy 

Explora

• Searches multiple databases simultaneously

• Primary source documents

• Boolean search for narrowing results

• A tool for scholarly research

Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints

• Search by keyword or topic

• Features essays on at least two opposing viewpoints on high-interest topics

• Provides access to print, audio files, videos, charts, primary source documents, and statistical information

• Text to speech capability, even for translated content

• Contains a research toolkit for HS students; How to judge information, how to choose a topic, how to make an outline, etc. 

Learning Express Library

• Self-paced and timed courses

• Gain knowledge and confidence for test taking

• Practice exams for multiple careers, college entrance, military, and the GED

• College test prep (ACT/SAT)

• School Finder to match your skills and interests to the perfect college

• Assistive technology features to support students with disabilities

• Support materials for all subject areas and computer skills

MAS Complete

• Designed for HS students

• Provides general coverage on a variety of topics such as art, history, sports, and music

• Primary source documents, flags, maps, photos, and Associated Press Video Collection

• Google Drive integration

Spanish EResources

• Support native Spanish speakers and help non-native speakers learn a new language

• Contains Recursos Para Hispanohablantes School Center (offers test prep for GED, dedicated to Spanish language speakers, provides info for becoming a US citizen. Improve skills in reading, math, speaking and grammar. 

• Contains an academic collection called, Referencia Latina which covers academic and non-academic subjects and offers content from reference books, general interest magazines, health reports, and newspapers from Latin American countries. Also contains images with Spanish captions.