Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Summary
The recent BadgerLink procurement process is complete. Many of the previously provided resources remain the same, however new resources include: Britannica Early Elementary & Young Children (Britannica); Education Source, Hobbies & Crafts Source, Home Improvement Source, Library & Information Science Source, and Points of View Reference Source (all from EBSCO); and ChiltonLibrary (Gale).
No longer available are Auto Repair Source, Education Research Complete, LearningExpress Library, and Library & Information Science and Technology Abstracts with Full Text.
This past year the Department of Public Instruction Library Services Team underwent a procurement for nine BadgerLink collections, and we are excited to announce the results of this process! Stay tuned for additional information, including training options and a Bulletin series highlighting the new resources.
What's new?
Britannica School Early Elementary (Britannica Education) - Learning resource collection tailored to the unique needs of PreK-2 students and educators. Access Britannica Fundamentals content through this new resource.
Direct link for websites (copy & paste):
https://www.wiscat.net/ext/validateglobal.php?cid=stwi&lid=stwi&dataid=2259
Britannica Library Young Children (Britannica Education) - Learning resource collection tailored to the unique needs of young children. Similar to Britannica School Early Elementary, but for the public library setting.
Direct link for websites (copy & paste):
https://www.wiscat.net/ext/validateglobal.php?cid=stwi&lid=stwi&dataid=2176
Education Source* (EBSCO) - Research database designed for education students, professionals, and policymakers.
Direct link for websites (copy & paste):
https://www.wiscat.net/ext/validateglobal.php?cid=stwi&lid=stwi&dataid=2260
*This is an upgrade from Education Research Complete.
Hobbies and Crafts Source (EBSCO) - Magazines, recipes, and videos with "how-to" instructions and creative do-it-yourself ideas.
Direct link for websites (copy & paste):
https://www.wiscat.net/ext/validateglobal.php?cid=stwi&lid=stwi&dataid=2261
Home Improvement Source (EBSCO) - Magazines & reference books on home improvement and repair project topics.
Direct link for websites (copy & paste):
https://www.wiscat.net/ext/validateglobal.php?cid=stwi&lid=stwi&dataid=2262
Library and Information Science Source* (EBSCO) - Research database for library and information science students, professionals, and policymakers.
Direct link for websites (copy & paste):
https://www.wiscat.net/ext/validateglobal.php?cid=stwi&lid=stwi&dataid=2263
*This is an upgrade from Library, Information Science and Technology Abstracts & Full Text.
Points of View Reference Source (EBSCO) - Resources presenting multiple sides of an issue to help assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills. For high school and adult learners.
Direct link for websites (copy & paste):
https://www.wiscat.net/ext/validateglobal.php?cid=stwi&lid=stwi&dataid=2264
ChiltonLibrary* (Gale) - OEM repair, maintenance, and service information on most cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs. Provides step-by-step procedures, diagnostic and troubleshooting help, and a video library.
Direct link for websites (copy & paste):
https://www.wiscat.net/ext/validateglobal.php?cid=stwi&lid=stwi&dataid=2265
*This resource replaced Auto Repair Source.
What is no longer available?
- Auto Repair Source (EBSCO) - Replaced with ChiltonLibrary (Gale).
- Education Research Complete (EBSCO) - Replaced with Education Source (EBSCO).
- LearningExpress Library - Not replaced as this collection is no longer being actively procured. Please see this Bulletin post for more details.
- Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts and Full Text (EBSCO) - Replaced with Library and Information Science Source (EBSCO).
All other resources remain the same! To view all selected resources based on their collection area, see the Procurement Collections section on the About page. Find additional resource descriptions, logos, and direct links on the BadgerLink Resource URLs Google sheet.
The Library Services Team would like to thank everyone involved in this procurement, including evaluators and DOA staff, as well as those who have provided feedback and input on resource needs and desires. We appreciate hearing from you as we strive to provide a strong foundational collection of resources to Wisconsin residents!
Questions? Contact Us!