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Archive of Wisconsin Newspapers
Video Length: 20+ min
Learn how to find Wisconsin newspapers from 2005 to 60 days ago (from 11-8-2022)
Archive of Wisconsin Newspapers: Info Sheet
Learn how to search and navigate Archive of Wisconsin Newspapers as well as find information about the full-text content, permalinks, citations, and the copyright of this resource
BadgerLink & Copyright
Video Length: Less than 5 min
Learn about how can use content that you find in BadgerLink resources (from 5-30-2017)
BadgerLink Set-Up Guide
For library, school and community organization staff; this guide explains the BadgerLink program, and includes details on authentication, filtering and whitelists, and integrating the resources school library management software, learning management systems or single sign-on products.
BadgerLink's Elementary Resources
Video Length: 20+ min
Learn about BadgerLink's best bet resources for elementary school students, with priority given to those highlighted on the Elementary Resource Guide. Discover ways to put these resources into practice in your classroom and effectively share them with your students and educators. (Updated 2/5/2024).
BadgerLink's Middle School Resources
Video Length: 20+ min
Learn about BadgerLink's best bet resources for middle school students, with priority given to those highlighted on the Middle School Resource Guide. Discover ways to put these resources into practice in your classroom and effectively share them with your students and educators. (Updated 2/5/2024).
Britannica Enciclopedia Moderna: Guía del usuario
Descargar esta guía de usuario de 8 páginas para aprender cómo utilizar los recursos españoles de Britannica
Britannica Escolar and Moderna
Video Length: 20+ min
Learn about using Britannica Escolar and Britannica Moderna to find reliable information in Spanish. (from 5-13-2020)
Britannica Escolar: Guía del usuario
Descargar esta guía de usuario de 11 páginas para aprender cómo utilizar los recursos españoles de Britannica
Britannica Escolar: User Guide
Download this 12-page user guide to learn how to use Britannica's Spanish resources
Britannica Library: Fall 2024 Updates
Video Length: Less than 5 min
Get to know some of the new features in Britannica Library for the 2024-25 school year!
Britannica Library: NEW Young Children and Fall 2024 Updates
Video Length: 20+ min
BadgerLink and Britannica Education are happy to announce the introduction of a new product in the BadgerLink stable of resources - Britannica Library for Young Children! Watch this video to learn more about this new resource for your younger library patrons, as well as a quick look at new updates to the Children/Young Adult tiers of Britannica Library. Finally, we'll take a peek behind the curtain at Teach Britannica - a new resource with educational tools that can be used to strengthen library programs!
Britannica Library: User Guide
Learn how to search Britannica Library with these step-by-step instructions.
Britannica Moderna: User Guide
Download this 8-page user guide to learn how to use Britannica's Spanish resources
Britannica School: Fall 2024 Updates
Video Length: Less than 5 min
Get to know some of the new features in Britannica School for the 2024-25 school year! From streamlined article navigation to the launch of vibrant interactive media, this video showcases what’s next.
Britannica School: NEW Early Elementary and Fall 2024 Updates
Video Length: 20+ min
BadgerLink and Britannica Education are happy to announce the introduction of a new product in the BadgerLink stable of resources - Britannica School Early Elementary! Watch this video to learn more about this new resource for students in grades pre-K through 2, as well as a quick look at new updates to the Elementary and Middle tiers of Britannica School. Finally, take a peek behind the curtain at Teach Britannica - a new resource coming soon to help bridge the gap between Britannica resources and classroom instruction!
Business Source Premier
Video Length: Less than 5 min
Learn how to use the Business Searching Interface, which searches Business Source Premier, Regional Business News and Newswires.
ChiltonLibrary: Gale Support Site for BadgerLink
Dedicated support tools for the BadgerLink subscription to Gale's ChiltonLibrary
Citing Sources in BadgerLink Resources
Many BadgerLink resources have a citation tool, making it easy to cite sources you find and use in your research, homework, presentations, and written communications.
Consumer Reports
Video Length: 20+ min
Learn how to search for articles from Consumer Reports magazine and buying guide (from 11-15-2022)
Core Collections
Video Length: Less than 5 min
Learn about using Core Collections - Children's, Middle & Junior High, and Senior Collections
EBSCO Resources: Accessing Statistics Reports in EBSCOadmin
Learn how to access various reports in EBSCOadmin
EBSCO Resources: Find Lesson Plans
Learn how to use EBSCO resources to find lesson plans that were published in popular education magazines
EBSCO Resources: Find Publications By Title
Learn how to find a publication title in most EBSCO resources
EBSCO Resources: Searching for Magazines
Video Length: 20+ min
Ever wonder if a magazine is available to view online through BadgerLink FOR FREE? Want to view the current edition of the National Geographic, The Atlantic, or Time Magazine without hitting a paywall? Learn the best tips and tricks to viewing magazine articles in BadgerLink resources from many popular publications.
EBSCO Resources: Searching in new EBSCOhost
Video Length: Less than 5 min
This tutorial demonstrates the features of the new EBSCOhost user interface, as seen when using resources such as Academic Search Premier, MasterFILE Complete, or Newspaper Source Plus.
EBSCO Resources: Using Google Classroom
Use this one-page flyer to learn how to use EBSCOhost resources with Google Classroom to share content with your students
Educator & Librarian Guide: Accessing BadgerLink at School and Home
BadgerLink helps students access through your website, Follett Destiny Discover, Learning Management System, or Single Sign-On by providing solutions and assistance. This guide walks through the process.
Explora for Educators: Using Google Classroom and Google Drive
Video Length: Less than 3 min
Learn how to use Explora to find, save and distribute school library resources to your students using Google Classroom and Google Drive.
Explora for Elementary
Video Length: Less than 3 min
Learn how Elementary School users can search and browse the Explora interface, EBSCO’s search tool designed just for students in kindergarten through grade 5.
Explora for Middle & High Schools
Video Length: Less than 3 min
Learn how Middle and High School users can search and browse the Explora interface, EBSCO’s search tool designed just for students in secondary school.
Explora with EBSCO Publication Finder
Video Length: 20+ min
View to explore the new Explora, EBSCO’s interface designed to support student research and classroom instruction. Looking for a particular journal, eBook, magazine, or newspaper? The new Publication Finder feature in BadgerLink resource, Explora for Everyone, is also highlighted to more easily find publications in BadgerLink’s EBSCO resources.
HeritageQuest Online
Video Length: 20+ min
This webinar reviews collections and features of BadgerLink resource, HeritageQuest Online, a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources. (From 05-23-23)
HeritageQuest Online: Info Sheet
Learn how to search and navigate HeritageQuest Online as well as find information about the full-text content permalinks, citations, and the copyright of this resource
HeritageQuest Online: LibGuide
Learn about content, search features, and updates to HeritageQuest Online
Library Staff Page for Public Librarians
Video Length: 20+ min
Learn how BadgerLink's For Library Staff page can get you started sharing and promoting BadgerLink resources at your public library.
Library Staff Page for School Librarians
Video Length: 20+ min
BadgerLink's For Library Staff page has all you need to get started sharing and promoting BadgerLink resources in your library and district. View this video whether brand new or for a refresher-- you might just find something new!
Newspaper Resources: Searching for Newspaper Titles
Video Length: 20+ min
Ever wonder if your local newspaper is available to view online through BadgerLink FOR FREE? Want to view today’s edition of the New York Times, Wall Street Journal or Washington Post without hitting a paywall? Learn the best tips and tricks to viewing newspaper articles in BadgerLink resources from both national and Wisconsin publications. (From 2-14-2023)
Newspaper Resources: Wisconsin Newspapers in BadgerLink Title List
Title list of Wisconsin Newspapers available in BadgerLink resources: Archive of Wisconsin Newspapers, Newspapers.com Library Edition- World Collection, U.S. Newsstream
Newspapers.com Library Edition- World Collection
Video Length: Less than 5 min
Learn about using Newspapers.com Library Edition - World Collection
NoveList
Video Length: 20+ min
Learn about using NoveList to find recommendations and book reviews of fiction books based on genre and terms of appeal (from 5-12-2020)
NoveList and NoveList K-8
Video Length: 20+ min
Find book recommendations and reviews of fiction titles for all ages based on genre and terms of appeal with BadgerLink resources, NoveList and NoveList K-8. (From 5-16-2023)
NoveList K-8
Video Length: 20+ min
Learn about using NoveList K-8 to find recommendations and book reviews of fiction books for younger audiences (from 5-20-2020)
NoveList: Find Books that have Diverse Characters
Learn how to find fiction books with diverse characters using NoveList and NoveList K-8
Points of View Reference Source
Video Length: 20+ min
The video linked below provides an overview of Points of View Reference Center, an EBSCO database that presents multiple sides of an issue with a balance of rich content from all viewpoints. Points of View Reference Center can help students and patrons develop persuasive arguments, better understand controversial issues, and sharpen analytical thinking skills. Key features of the database are covered and research examples for K-12 schools, colleges and universities are showcased.
Primary Sources
Video Length: Less than 5 min
Learn how to find primary sources in Newspapers.com Library Edition- World Collection & History Reference Center (created 9-27-2019, updated 11-2-2023)
TeachingBooks For Libraries
Video Length: 20+ min
Engage and inspire readers with resources that can be used both with patrons and behind the scenes. This video highlights ways to implement resources in youth services library programming as well as new tools to enhance diversity in your library collections. Learn about the Collection Analysis tools and ready-to-use resources for book clubs and story times, homework help features, and more. (From 2-20-2024)
TeachingBooks for Libraries: Plan for Summer Reading
Video Length: 20+ min
Get excited about summer reading! View for a look at summer reading lists and programming ideas. Inspire independent reading with TeachingBooks resources that let the books and their authors speak for themselves. Explore summer reading lists for all ages. Engage readers with book trailers, Meet-the-Author recordings, and previews. Discover Like Books to enhance reader’s advisory. (From 2-3-2024)
TeachingBooks For Libraries: Planning Public Library Programs
Video Length: 20+ min
TeachingBooks resources can help make program planning quick and easy with materials to support story times, book clubs, and more. Explore the wide array of book guides, activity kits, and digital resources that will empower readers both at the library and at home. Find new program inspiration and incorporate ready-to-use materials into existing programs for children and teens. (From 3-19-2024)
TeachingBooks: Diverse Books Toolkit
Video Length: 20+ min
Learn how to navigate and utilize Diverse Books Toolkit in TeachingBooks resource, including;
Search for diverse books by culture, subject, grade level, and genre.
Find original interviews with diverse authors and illustrators.
Discover award winning titles and book lists, while creating your own lists.
Learn how to use the Collection Analysis Tool and generate reports for your own collection development needs.
(From 8-19-2020)
TeachingBooks: Engage and Excite Readers
Video Length: 20+ min
This video is a hands-on, interactive workshop to discover online resources that deepen connections to books. Easily engage readers, support families, and empower colleagues with sharing tools designed for you. Work time is given to explore and discover ways to implement TeachingBooks resources into any learning environment. You will leave with your own custom lists and resources to support book selection and instruction. (from 2-28-2023)
TeachingBooks: Enhance Instruction
Video Length: 20+ min
Explore videos and recordings with authors, lessons, book trailers, vocabulary lists, and more. Discover resources that will expand the experience readers have with diverse books. Watch this video to learn about text complexity tools to meet readers where they are while deepening connections with authors. (from 3-7-2023)
TeachingBooks: Professional Development Services
Find webinars, interactive tutorials, handouts, videos and more
U.S. Newsstream
Video Length: Less than 3 min
Learn how to navigate ProQuest platform's basic search, the same interface as U.S. Newsstream.
U.S. Newsstream: Find Publications By Title
Learn how to find a publication title in U.S. Newsstream.
Updated K-12 Subject Area Resource Guides
Video Length: 20+ min
Check out BadgerLink's best bet resources for K-12 English Language Arts, National History Day, Social Studies, and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics through BadgerLink resource guides, newly updated for 2024. Each guide is highlighted as well as ways to put these resources into practice in your classroom and effectively share them with your students and educators. (From 3-12-2024)
What is BadgerLink Info Sheet
This one-page flier describes the BadgerLink program and the types of available resources. (Last revised 8-23-2024)