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World Book Student
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Subject Area: Reference | Encyclopedias
Resource Type: Encyclopedia
Description:

World Book Student includes encyclopedia, multimedia, e-book, and primary source databases, fully integrated in a single search. Research tools incorporate dictionary, atlas, current newswire topics of interest, search results weighted by relevance. Allows user accounts/storage of research results. Site includes links to: World Book Advanced, World Book Kids, Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos (Spanish language), and l'Éncyclopedie Découverte (French language).

  • Tailored for the needs and skills of students in grades 8 and up, World Book Advanced includes a customizable interface, a streamlined design, and personalized homepage content features.

  • World Book Advanced's powerful search engine providing optimized search results. Search refinements and relevancy weighting direct users to their content with maximum efficiency.

  • Research tools, including dictionary, atlas, and local and country research guides, help users compile the data and information they need to complete their assignments and background research.

  • Individual accounts within the site offer users the ability to create and save their own content features, including research results from World Book and external sources, timelines, and citations.

Formats Indexed: Encyclopedia articles
Update Frequency: Varies
Interface: World Book
  A part of the Multi-Sector Bundle, this subscription includes World Book Reference Center, Kids, L'Encyclopédie Découverte, and Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos..
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