Q. I want to try and use some of the features available on Encyclopaedia Britannica in class. Where do I start?A. The online encyclopaedias that are available through Scoilnet are about much more than just 'searching' for articles and the webinar will take you on a 'how to' guided tour of most of these features:
Primary Britannica Format of articles
- How to use images / video - and copy for use in class
- How to use the audio feature in articles - esp useful for children with reading difficulties
Discover Our World
- How to find information on individual countries
Teacher Resources
- How to explore the Animal Kingdom (by group or habitat)
- How to search using the A to Z Browser
- How to use the Dictionary
- How to look up a Biography
Media Library
- How to use Interactive Lessons
Learning Zone (very young users)
- How to explore, read, draw and play
In addition there will be a cursory look at the News section; Play a Game; Student Activities; Animal of the Day.
Britannica Student & Encyclopaedia BritannicaIn addition to many of the above features, the Britannica versions for older users contains many additional aspects which the webinar host will outline:
Explore Topics
- How students can research in ways other than through using the 'search'. More subject focused.
Learning Materials
- Similar to above with a subject focus
- How to use the videos, notes and lesson plans
Workspace
- How to save articles into a personal workspace
- How teachers can share a workspace among students.