Research a Topic: Education & Testing
- Algebra Help.comA great resource to help you brush up on algebra skills. Includes worksheets and explanations of answers.
- Biography Resource CenterFrom Genghis Khan to Lady Gaga, Biography Resource Center provides both quick and in depth biographical information.
You will need a library card for remote access.
- B. J. Pinchbeck's Homework HelperThis is a classified list of websites for help with homework compiled by B. J. Pinchbeck and his dad
- CQ Researcher OnlineA balanced account of today's
issues giving a broad overview of the subject, historical background and current
controversies and initiatives.
This is an NC LIVE resource.
- CultureGrams Online DatabaseWorld cultural information
for all ages from elementary school to the business traveler. Includes worldwide photo
gallery, famous people collection, and a unique recipe collection from all countries in
the database.
You will need a library card for remote access.
- National Geographic GeoSpyIn this interactive program children can test their geographic knowledge by identifying states, provinces, countries and continents.
- National Geographic Homework HelpPictures, articles, maps, and more on our top subjects, like animals, history and geography-perfect for reports, presentations, and more.
- NC Knows--Answers From the Pros!With NCknows, you can connect to a librarian online at any time via live chat. By typing messages back and forth, you can communicate with a librarian, receive articles from NC_LIVE, and get answers to your questions. It's helpful, easy and it's free!
- NC LIVE: Homework HelpMore homework help resources from NC LIVE.
This is an NC LIVE resource.
- Opposing Viewpoints Resource CenterCondenses the most controversial social topics of today giving students access to the research and statistics needed for papers, speeches and more.
You will need a library card for remote access.
- Start SquadAn excellent resource for quality web sites for kids, selected and organized by professionally trained librarians
- Student Research CenterMagazines, newspapers, biographies, country reports, images, and encyclopedias on health, science, literature, current events, history, and more.
This is an NC LIVE resource.
- World Book WebProvides the World Book Encyclopedia,
Dictionary, and Atlas all in one search. Also contains ways to make timelines and
links to primary source material.
You will need a library card for remote access.
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- INeedAPencil.comFree SAT prep designed to improve scores by providing material in an interesting and uniquely structured manner. Registration and log in required.
- Learning Express LibraryLeading source of test preparation materials.
Interactive practice for academic, civil service, military, certification exams and more.
This is an NC LIVE resource.
- North Carolina End of Grade TestsDesigned to measure student performance on the goals, objectives, and competencies specified in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study
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- Adventures in EducationInteractive site that offers
information on financing your education, selecting a school, and planning a career.
(Also In Spanish/ En Español)
- The College BoardThis site provides access to information
about the SATs & advice on test taking, essay writing, & interviewing skills.
(Also In Spanish/ En Español)
- College is PossibleAimed at students from underserved communities. This site offers helpful and motivational information for students and parents on college prep courses, financial aid, etc. From the American Council on Education.
- College & University RankingsA list of links to four-year college & university rankings, evaluations of law, medical, business, & international programs.
- FAFSA on the WebCheck out the newest & coolest way to fill
out your FAFSA here! Find school codes, too.
(Also has forms in Spanish/ Formularios en Español)
- FinAidThis site offers information on financial aid, grants, loans, military aid, and scholarships.
- Guide to Online SchoolsGuide To Online Schools is an online education directory that specializes in online degrees, online schools, and distance learning. This site includes information on online classes, degrees, school reviews, accreditation, financial aid, and scholarships.
- Web U.S. Higher EducationA directory of both U.S. community colleges and 4-year colleges and universities on the Web.
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- Cumberland County Schools Links to the home page of the Cumberland County School System
- North Carolina CurriculumIncluded are specific Department of Public Instruction goals and objectives for classroom subjects and grade levels for North Carolina
- North Carolina Education Directory Contains contact information for every North Carolina school and school system, the Department of Public Instruction and education organization
- North Carolina End of Grade TestsDesigned to measure student performance on the goals, objectives, and competencies specified in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study
- North Carolina Teacher AcademyLinks to Internet based resources for K-12 classroom teachers and educational sites recommended for students and parents
- North Carolina Universities & CollegesLists institutions in North Carolina sortable by popularity and location
- NCSEAANorth Carolina's agency for college student financial aid
- North Carolina Independent
Colleges and UniversitiesStatewide organization of North Carolina's 36 non-profit, private colleges and universities - National Center for Education StatisticsThis government center collects & reports statistics & information that illustrates the state of education throughout the world.
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- Discovery SchoolProvides innovative teaching materials for teachers, useful and enjoyable resources for students and smart advice for parents about how to help their kids enjoy learning and excel in school.
- The Educator's Reference DeskThousands of lesson plans, links to online education information and question archive responses.
- ERICIndexes over 750 journals in the field of education
from 1966 to present. Includes full text of ERIC Digests from 1967 to present.
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