| Business and Finance |
Contents |
Business & Company
Resource Center
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Includes company profiles, brand information, company histories,
SEC reports, periodical articles, and links to relevant Web sites. |
| Business Plans Handbooks
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A collection of actual business plans compiled by entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses throughout North America. The included plans provide examples of how to approach, structure and compose plans for various businesses in manufacturing, retail and service industries. |
| Encyclopedia of Small Business
|
Provides entrepreneurs with how-to information that they can apply to their own businesses. The Encyclopedia contains detailed articles and overviews of all the key information needs of small business owners, including financing; financial planning; business plan creation; market analysis; sales strategy; tax planning, human resource issues and more. |
| Gale Encyclopedia of E-Commerce
|
Consists of comprehensive and detailed essays on topics related to the emerging world of e-commerce, and addresses the concerns of those who want to join the ranks of the Internet business community. |
| Gale Virtual Reference Library (GVRL)
|
The NOVELNY subscription to the Gale Virtual Reference Library includes eighteen reference e-books that cover historical, business and health or medical subjects. Business resources include: Business Plans Handbook (volumes 5-10), Encyclopedia of Small Business, and Gale Encyclopedia of E-Commerce. |
General Reference/
School-Oriented |
Contents |
| Gale Virtual Reference Library (GVRL)
|
The NOVELNY subscription
to the Gale Virtual Reference Library includes more than twenty reference
e-books that cover historical, business, and health or medical subjects.
The historical e-books contain original source documents as well as encyclopedic
articles.
|
Informe
Revistas en Espanol
- English interface
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This full-text periodical database is in Spanish and is best
searched in Spanish as well. Topics covered include business, health, technology,
culture and other general subjects. |
Informe
Revistas en Espanol
- Spanish interface
|
This full-text periodical database is in Spanish. In this
version, the interface is in Spanish as well. Topics covered include business,
health, technology, culture and other general subjects. |
| InfoTrac Junior
|
Contains magazine and newspaper articles and some excerpts from reference books suitable for junior high school students. A wide variety of general interest topics are included such as popular culture, government, art, science, sports, and more. |
| Kids Search
|
Kids Search, an interface to the Primary Search database, is designed for K-5 students. It contains full text for over 50 popular, elementary school magazines, over 100 student pamphlets, an encyclopedia and a dictionary. |
| MasterFILE
Select
|
Full text from more than 780 general reference, business, consumer health, general science, humanities, and multi-cultural periodicals.
In addition to the full text, this database offers indexing and abstracts for more than 2,270 periodicals. Indexing and abstracts (1984 on), full-text journals (from 1990). |
| Primary
Search
|
Contains full- text of 57 popular, basic school magazines plus almanacs, an encyclopedia, and a dictionary. Indexing and abstracting for 80+ titles. Full- text is also available for over 100 student pamphlets. Full text articles are assigned a reading level indicator (Lexiles). For a more graphical interface, see Searchasaurus. |
| Searchasaurus
|
Searchasaurus is a colorful interface to Primary Search. Designed specifically for elementary school libraries, it contains full-text for more than 50 popular, elementary school magazines. Full-text is also available for over 100 student pamphlets, an encyclopedia and a dictionary. Full-text articles are assigned a reading level indicator (Lexiles). |
| TopicSearch
|
Covers social, political and economic issues, scientific discoveries and other popular topics discussed in today´s classrooms. Formats include magazine and newspaper articles, pamphlets, book reviews, opinion polls and government information. TOPICsearch contains full-text for over 50,000 articles from more than 3,000 diverse sources including international and regional newspapers, EBSCO´s periodicals collection, biographies, public opinion polls, book reviews, pamphlets, government information and EBSCO´s Current Issues database. |
| Health and Medicine |
Contents |
Gale Encyclopedia of
Alternative Medicine
|
This encyclopedia identifies 150 types of alternative medicine,
including reflexology, acupuncture, chelation therapy, kinesiology, yoga,
chiropractic, Chinese medicine, biofeedback, Ayurveda and more. Biographies
of pioneers in the field are included. |
| Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
|
This encyclopedia provides an overview of the causes, symptoms,
diagnoses, and treatment of many forms of cancer.
|
Gale Encyclopedia of
Genetic Disorders
|
Contains information on genetic disorders, including conditions, tests, procedures, treatments, and therapies. Disorders covered include Down Syndrome, trisomy, hemophilia, and Tourette Syndrome, and rarely seen diseases such as Meckel Syndrome, neuraminidase deficiency, and phenylketonuria. Demographic information may be included. |
| Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
|
Articles on diseases or disorders typically cover definition; description; causes and symptoms; diagnosis; treatments; prevention; and more. Test or treatment articles typically cover definition; purposes; precautions; preparation; risks; normal and abnormal results and more. |
Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing
and Allied Health
|
The Encyclopedia covers all major health professions, including nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, medical lab technology, emergency medical technology, dental assistance, pharmacology and nutrition. Articles describe topics in body systems and functions, conditions and common diseases, issues and theories, techniques and practices, and devices and equipment. |
| Gale Virtual Reference Library (GVRL)
|
The NOVELNY subscription to the Gale Virtual Reference Library includes eighteen reference e-books that cover historical, business and health or medical subjects. The historical e-books contain original source documents as well as encyclopedic articles. |
| Health
& Wellness Resource Center
|
This database contains articles from medical publications
and general interest publications on medical topics; medical pamphlets;
a health organization directory; medical and alternative health encyclopedias;
a medical dictionary; drug and herb information; health assessment tools;
and links to health news and Internet sources.
|
| Health
Reference Center-Academic
|
Mostly full-text. Includes fitness, pregnancy, medicine, nutrition, public health, occupational health and safety, alcohol/drug abuse, HMOs, prescription drugs and more. |
| Nursing
and Allied Health Collection
|
Articles from journals covering topics related to nursing,
biomedicine, health sciences, consumer health and allied health disciplines. |
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|
| History |
Contents |
| American
Civil War Reference Library, 4 volumes plus index
|
Subject chapters offer viewpoints, definitions, chronological coverage of battles, further reading and sidebars highlighting individuals, statistics and other attention-grabbing information. Approximately 60 biographies are included. Primary source material includes excerpted speeches, newspaper accounts, novels, memoirs, and other documents that reflect a wide range of viewpoints. |
| American
Revolution Reference Library,
4 volumes plus index
|
American Revolution: Almanac provides a range of historical information and current commentary on the American Revolution in 12 subject chapters. American Revolution: Biographies profiles approximately 60 British and American men and women connected with the conflict. American Revolution: Primary Sources presents the text of 32 related speeches, diary entries, and other material related to the American Revolution. |
| Americans at War
|
The NOVELNY subscription to the Gale Virtual Reference Library includes eighteen reference e-books. The historical e-books contain original source documents as well as encyclopedic articles. |
| Encyclopedia
of American Foreign Policy
|
Essays by subject experts treat
concepts and doctrines, policymaking, commerce and science, human rights
and arms control, with specific articles on topics ranging from anti-imperialism
to environmental diplomacy, from refugee policies to terrorism and countermeasures. |
| Encyclopedia of the Modern Middle East and North Africa
|
The NOVELNY subscription to the Gale Virtual Reference Library includes eighteen reference e-books. The historical e-books contain original source documents as well as encyclopedic articles. |
| Europe 1450 to 1789
|
The NOVELNY subscription to the Gale Virtual Reference Library includes eighteen reference e-books. The historical e-books contain original source documents as well as encyclopedic articles. |
| French and Indian War
|
Contains historical overviews, biographical entries and primary
sources on this conflict in Colonial America. |
| Gale Encyclopedia of U.S. Economic History
|
Entries provide overviews of concepts and factors affecting
the historical economic climate in the United States. Includes profiles
of events and movements, individuals, and industries which have impacted
the economy. |
| Gale Virtual Reference Library (GVRL)
|
The NOVELNY subscription to the Gale Virtual Reference Library includes eighteen reference e-books that cover historical, business and health or medical subjects. Business resources include: Business Plans Handbook (volumes 5-10), Encyclopedia of Small Business, and Gale Encyclopedia of E-Commerce. |
Harlem Renaissance
|
This authoritative resource presents the people, places and
times that defined an era and documents the launch of cultural development
among African Americans in 1920s Harlem. |
History Behind the Headlines,
vol. 1-6 set
|
Arranged by subject and by country, this e-book traces major
international conflicts back to their earliest stages. It includes overview
essays, photographs, maps, charts, primary document excerpts, short biographies,
current status and much more. |
Major Acts of Congress,
1st Ed.,
3 volumes
|
Major Acts of Congress examines landmark pieces of legislation, explaining the historical factors that led to the proposal of each act, looking at the adoption process and assessing each act´s impact on American life. All aspects of legislation are covered, including the National Prohibition Act, the Civil Rights Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Housing Act, the Freedom of Information Act and more. |
| Mexican
American War
|
Covers the battles that marked this conflict as well as the
mixed feelings of Americans regarding the war. |
| Renaissance:
An Encyclopedia for Students
|
Covers the Renaissance-era topics most often studied in high
school world history, art, literature, economics and science curricula. |
| War
of 1812
|
Provides a detailed overview of an often overlooked war. Articles
explore the causes of the war, key battles, the role of the U.S. Navy,
and prominent individuals. |
| Literature/Culture/Social
Science |
Contents |
| Contemporary
Novelists
|
Includes biographies, bibliographies and critical essays
on approximately 650 contemporary writers. |
| Contemporary
Poets, 7th ed.
|
Provides biographical and bibliographical information on 787
contemporary English-language poets. |
| Encyclopedia
of Population
|
Provides coverage of demographic topics both in the core
field and in neighboring disciplines. Examples of topics covered include:
rapid demographic expansion in poor countries, low fertility rates and
problems of old-age support, the environmental impact of dense population;
and expanded reproductive rights. |
| Fashion Costume and Culture
|
The NOVELNY subscription
to the Gale Virtual Reference Library includes seventeen reference e-books
that cover historical, business and health or medical subjects. The historical
e-books contain original source documents as well as encyclopedic articles. |
| Gale Encyclopedia of Multicultural America
|
Contains original essays on specific minority and ethnic
groups in the U.S., with an emphasis on culture (religions, holidays,
customs, language) in addition to information on historical background
and settlement patterns. The Encyclopedia also covers ethno-religious
groups such as Jews, Chaldeans and Amish. |
| International
Dictionary of Films and Filmmakers
|
Descriptions of legendary films, actors and actresses,
directors, writers and other production artists, that include filmographies,
comprehensive credits, and major awards. |
| St. James Encyclopedia of Popular Culture
|
This comprehensive and scholarly look at popular culture of
the 20th Century. Emphasis is on ideas, people, events and products that
symbolize America. Major topics include: television, movies, theater, art,
books, magazines, radio, music, sports, fashion, health, politics, trends,
community life and advertising. |
| Twayne
Authors Series - World, English, and US Authors
|
Contains the full text of the Twayne Literary Masters books
which provide biographical and literarary criticism information on a wide
variety of World, US, or English authors. |
| Newspaper |
Contents |
| InfoTrac
Custom Newspapers
|
This full-text newspaper database has several New York Newspapers including the New York Times from 1995 on, and over fifty national and international newspapers. |
| National
Newspaper Index
|
Provides indexing (1977 to present) of America's top five newspapers: The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Christian Science Monitor, Los Angeles Times and The Washington Post. Indexing only. |
| New
York State Newspapers
|
A subset of InfoTrac Custom Newspapers, this database includes the following full-text newspapers from around New York State: Albany Times Union, Buffalo News, New York Times, New York Post, New York Observer, Syracuse Herald American, Syracuse Herald-Journal, and Syracuse Post-Standard. |
| Science |
Contents |
Biology: Macmillan Science Library
Gale Virtual Reference Library (GVRL)
|
Explains biological concepts, and also reviews the history of science, explores related fields, discusses critical issues and commercial applications of research in biology, and addresses ethical issues. Careers in biology are also explored. |
| General
Science Collection
|
This database offers full-text coverage back to 1992 for more than 60 of the popular science journals. Providing information on all aspects of the scientific world, subject areas covered include the observation, description, identification, and experimental investigation of phenomena, and the application of science to industrial or commercial objectives, and a multivolume encyclopedia of Scientific Achievements. |
| Science Reference Center
|
A comprehensive research database providing easy access to a multitude of full text science-oriented content. Designed to meet every student's science research needs, it contains hundreds of science encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals, and other sources. Includes topics in biology, chemistry, earth & space science, environmental science, health & medicine, history of science, life science, physics, science & society, science as inquiry, scientists, technology and wildlife. Science Reference Center offers standards-based content by providing educators with articles correlated to curriculum standards. |
