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  • Look for new resources in the Special Collections section of the High School, College, and Adult pages. The resources cover topics such as Culinary Arts, Home Improvement, and Gardening.

Archived Resources

AVL Online Webinars for May

 

Cengage Gale

Get the most out of your Gale products by taking a FREE training Webinar today! NOTE: All times are Central Time. Just click date/time to register.

  • Gale Virtual Reference Library - Learn how to conduct basic and advanced searches, how to use the document toolbox, and how this easy-to-use tool can help users get the most out of eBooks. (May 16, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
  • Culinary Arts Collection - This collection is comprised of more than 250 major cooking and nutrition magazines, and provides quick access to recipes, restaurant reviews, industry information, and practical instruction. (May 18, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.)
  • Opposing Viewpoints in Context - Learn to navigate this engaging resource that provides the facts on current event topics, as well as proponents' and detractors' arguments. (May 21, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.)

Encyclopedia Britannica

Britannica Online subscribers are invited to participate in online training sessions. This is a complimentary service provided to see what's new with Britannica and learn different ways to use it in your school or library! K-12, Academic, and Public Librarians will enjoy these presentations. Sign up at www.info.eb.com/webinar. NOTE: All times are Central Time.

  • Public Library Edition (11:00) - May 15 (Tues)
  • eBooks (1:30-2:00) - May 15 (Tues)
  • Academic Edition (3:00) - May 15 (Tues)
  • PreK-12 All Levels (5:00) - May 17 (Thurs)
  • PreK-5 Elementary - May 17 (Thurs) at 11:00
  • 6th-12th Secondary - May 17 (Thurs) at 3:00
  • Advanced - Creating Workspaces, Putting Videos into Powerpoint, & New Features (3:00) - May 16 (Wed)

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