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HOMEWORK CENTER & TUTORING |
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The Loft has a homework center that is open during the school year, Monday–Thursday,
3:30–5:30pm. Volunteers are on hand to assist students in finding materials to complete homework assignments. In addition, the Library offers a <one-on-one tutoring service> for students in grades 6–12. Contact the Reference Desk, 303-335-4820, for more information and to schedule a tutoring appointment. |
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POWER SEARCHING |
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Click <here> to launch a simultaneous search of our entire Gale Electronic Reference Book collection and these Gale databases:
- Discovering Collection
- General Reference Center
- Opposing Viewpoints in Context
or...
Quick Search all Gale eReference Books (50,000+ documents in 60+ reference books):
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GENERAL |
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DATABASES
MAS Ultra – School Edition
Geared to high school students. Includes full text of magazines, reference books, primary source documents. Also includes an extensive image collection.
Student Research Center – High School & Middle School
With this search interface, users can determine which content sources (e.g., Magazines, Newspapers, Biographies, Country Reports, Film & Video) will be included with their search. They can also search their databases by topic heading, make use of an online dictionary and encyclopedia, and explore the top searches of the day.
Testing & Education Reference Center
Prepare for ACT, GED, SAT, and others; search colleges and scholarships; help for application essays and resumés; learn the basics of Microsoft Office 2010 programs.
World Book Online
Four World Book offerings: Kids, Students, Advanced, and a Spanish version with an easy-to-use bilingual interface.
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WEBSITES
Ask.com
A search engine where you can just ask a question.
How Stuff Works
Go here to find out how anything and everything works.
High School Ace: Academic Resources for High School Students
An index to information where you can choose from English, social studies, math, science, or a reference site.
Study Guides and Strategies
"An educational public service helping learners to succeed."
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LANGUAGE ARTS & BOOKS |
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Absolute Shakespeare
Comprehensive resource for all things Shakespeare.
Bartleby.com Great Books Online
Leading Internet publisher of literature, reference, and verse. Unlimited, free access to books and information.
Online Writing Lab
From grammar to punctuation and spelling, this site has all the details you need to write your paper.
Poetry 180
A poem a day for American high schools from former poet laureate of the United States, Billy Collins.
The Online Books Page
No copies of "Crime and Punishment" in the Library...? Homework assignment due tomorrow...? Here's a great source! |
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MATH |
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Ask Dr. Math
Answers to high school math questions.
Aplusmath.com: Flashcards
Geometry flashcards.
Math.com: World of Math Online
Definitions, in-depth descriptions, examples, and problems for basic math topics. |
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SCIENCE |
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General Chemistry Online!
FAQs, tutorials, and exam guides.
Online Biology Book
Chapters on 53 topics, including summaries and illustrations.
Technology Collection
This site provides many links to sites in Earth, life, and physical sciences.
The Nine Planets
Actually...eight planets, one star, and more. A multimedia tour of our solar system. |
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SOCIAL STUDIES & HISTORY |
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American Anthropological Association
Links and references for anthropology, physical anthropology, archaeology, ethnography, general resources, listservs and discussion groups, online journals & libraries, museums, and professional organizations.
Country Studies
Historical, social, economic, and political background of countries throughout the world.
IDEA (International Debate Education Association)
IDEA develops, organizes and promotes debate and debate-related activities in communities throughout the world.
The History Place
A private, independent, Internet-only publication not affiliated with any political group or organization. Knowledgeable writers and historians write about topics such as American History, Nazi Germany and the Holocaust, and World History.
National Debate Topics for High Schools (from 1996 forward)
Compilations pertinent excerpts, bibliographical references, and other appropriate materials related to the annual national high school debate topic selected by the NFHS Speech, Debate & Theatre Association. |
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