Hi Loretta -

For general reference (all subjects): Grolier and a few specific Marshall Cavendish databases

For what I think of as sources of pro/con issues info: SIRS Knowledge Source, Facts on File Issues & Controversies, and CQ Researcher

For global studies: Culturegrams, Gale Global Issues, and Country Reports (Country Reports costs less than $100!)

History: SIRS Decades

We also have Testing & Education Reference Center (I can't say enough good things about this database! Practice tests, online prep books, and more for SAT, PSAT, AP, ACT testing as well as career exploration resources, scholarship search, resume builder and more...)

I've been cutting down on databases and replacing many of them with e-reference books. Several of the reference publishers (like Salem) offer a deal where you buy the reference set in print format and get the e-version free. So I've been building up my history, English, science, and math digital offerings that way and it's saving quite a bit of money.

- Janice

On Wed, Sep 21, 2016 at 12:25 PM, Loretta Sullivan <b59lgian@mpspride.org> wrote:

Hello!

I was wondering if I can get feedback from other high schools as to what databases are being used and how you/your teachers like them. We use Gale and are looking to purchase Video on Demand (feedback on that?). We would like to purchase possible science related resource/databases (or other content areas like social studies). If you have any suggestions that would be appreciated!

Also, how many of you have subscriptions for Easybib vs. Noodletools? What are your opinions on these (pros/cons) and what do you suggest?

Respectfully,

Loretta Sullivan
Library Media Specialist
Manchester High School

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