EBSCO Resources for Homework Help & School Support
It’s back-to-school season, so let's celebrate the ways in which EBSCO resources provide homework help and support for students. We will review the abundance of EBSCO databases and interfaces for student research including the K12-focused Explora interface, essential databases including Primary Search, Middle Search Plus, and MAS Ultra- School Edition, and EBSCO’s extensive collection of eBooks. We will cover basic and advanced search strategies, and review custom tools and functionality like Lexile limiters, the citation tool, curriculum standards, and COPPA-compliant personal folders to organize student research.
Presenter: Shana Ashwood-Viala, Senior Customer Training Specialist, EBSCO
Who Should Come?
Perfect for anyone interested in learning about and sharing database resources including:
- Library Media Specialists
- Teachers
- Children’s and YA Staff
- Reference Librarians
Recording and Slides:
- This program will be recorded.
Accessibility
This webinar will be captioned. If you require another access service to participate fully, please use the Accommodation Request Form at least 14 days prior to the event.
Related LibGuide: researchIT CT - Information by Brad Bullis
- Date:
- Thursday, October 8, 2026
- Time:
- 3:00pm - 4:00pm
- Presenter:
- Shana Ashwood-Viala
- Categories:
- DLD Online Webinar Other Webinar
Event Accessibility for Guests with Disabilities
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If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact Gail Hurley at gail.hurley@ct.gov or (860) 704-2223.
You can also see our Library and Accessibility LibGuide for more information.
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- current library staff member
- undergraduate or graduate library student
- Friend or Board Member/Trustee*
- retired or unemployed library staff
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For all in-person workshops offered by the CT State Library, Division of Library Development:
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Continuing Education workshops and the professional development collection are funded in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Connecticut State Library.