Blue Valley Libraries: World Language LibGuide: Helpful Databases

Databases

Opposing Viewpoints - BVSW This link opens in a new window
Use this resource to find magazine, newspaper, and journal articles about controversial topics.
ProQuest - BVSW This link opens in a new window
This is our most advanced research database, which will yield an extensive list of resources from publications and universities all over the world. Surely you will find what you are looking for whether it be for Social Studies, ELA, Science, Math, Art, etc.
Global Issues - BVSW This link opens in a new window
Search thousands of publications to find up to date research about issues around the world.
Encyclopedia Britannica - BVSW This link opens in a new window
This resource provides timely, relevant, and trustworthy information about a wide variety of topics, which can be useful in any content area.

En Espanol from State Library

En Español

Mango: Aprendizaje de idiomas, incluye ingles para hispanohablantes. Folleto en español.

Learning Express: Incluye recursos para hispanohablantes y preparación para examen de ciudadania Estados Unidos de América.

MedicLatina: Colección de revistas especializadas en la investigación médica, en español nativo.

Fuente Academica: más de 450 publicaciones académicas de América Latina, Portugal y España que cubren todas las áreas temáticas principals. La base de datos se actualiza semanalmente.

Enciclopedia Britannica: Enciclopedia Modernapara adultos y estudiantes y Britannica Escolar Online para estudiantes de 6 a 12 años de edad.

Technology Ideas

Crocodocs Example

Thinglink Example

iPads - videos, Sock Puppets, Photo cards

Tips and Tricks

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Tech Tools for Check out

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