[This post features recommendations about online learning resources found on library homepage. All recommendations were written by library club students. Let's read their recommendations for their fellow students and start utilizing these resources in our daily learning!]
Unsplash (https://unsplash.com/)
Are you looking for photos for your powerpoint? Are you angry because you can never find good quality photos?
“Unsplash” is a useful website full of photography free for downloading. The website comprises high-quality aesthetic photos of some very skilled photographers. Every photo on the website is under Unsplash license and the original photographer had already agreed to share their works for other’s usage.
So, students don’t have to worry too much about copyright, as long as the photos are cited properly. It should be easy to do so because the photographers’ names are all placed next to their works on the website. There are thousands of photos of almost everything (nothing inappropriate!) available. The website sorts the photos into a variety of categories, which makes searching a lot easier. Photos add a lot to your academic work, they can be put into slides, used in creative works, or used as art references. It would also be a good idea to use the website to look for inspiration.
Are you struggling with finding reliable resources? I have an idea, why don't use the Library Online Learning Resources! Welcome fellow classmates for joining our amazing journey to explore EBSCOhost. A reliable website for the newspaper source.
EBSCO host is a website that provided reliable different kind of resources. “You” just need to type in some key words, it is very easy with well-organized with information of the sources, and also you can set limit, source types, subject, publication, publisher, and language to find a more suitable source for you.
Pixabay (https://pixabay.com/)
Have you ever struggled to find relevant images? Do you find it difficult to do research on the open net? When was the last time you failed to find pictures that you were looking for? If that’s you, then you’re in luck!
I personally recommend Pixlebay, Pixlebay is an image database that holds over one million images, this is crucial for anyone looking for images to use in presentations, reports, or even during show and tell. The images from this resource could be used freely according to your requirements. This way, you do not have to regard copyrights, and intellectual property issues when looking for pictures. Often, you may see a picture from google that you really want to use, however, the image may not be available or out in the public domain. Thus, using this tool allows you to find millions of images that are relevant, and free to use.
I recommend this resource to anyone looking for relevant images and pictures to enhance, expand, and clarify your work. This tool is also clear and easy to operate, all you have to do is type in keywords and phrases that you want the image to be about, then press search. Hundreds of pictures will appear, those of which you may use to your liking. Please check this online tool out! I’m sure it will be handy and assist you in your academic journey.
Raz-kids (https://www.kidsa-z.com/main/Login)
I chose this website because I think it is very useful for little kids. Even elder kids could use Raz-kids. It’s a website when people can read some very interesting books and afterwards put in all of the creativity inside the building. It is able for anyone, in anytime time. The website is free for everything, kids could also build their own spaceship and decorating their own robot with the money they earned by reading books. This website allows kids to have a habit of reading books. Teachers and parents are free to choose either an easier or harder level for the children. In case the children pretend that they had finished the book, there is a quiz when you finished if you passed the quiz you get stars and money. It is hard for people to hack in your account because each person has a different password which is made out of different symbols. Parents and teachers are welcome to try letting student use this app because it is fun and safe.
Canva (https://www.canva.com/)
The website that I used the most frequently is Canva. Canva is a website that is used for graphic design, in the website you can design eye-catching presentations, clear infographic poster, and it even can help you edit an aesthetic pleasing instagram post. Using Canva for design is very convenient and easy. For example, Canva will provide various ppt formats, and you can adapt to the provided format or you can change things a little bit. The advantage of using this app is that this is completely free. Many designing websites require payment before using and not knowing the quality. Even Though Canva had a premium status, not paying for the app works just fine. Downloading the work you have done is very easy. The picture or the pdf file is in high resolution. The best part is there is no watermark on the file and picture. In conclusion, I think using Canva for graphic design and basic presentation is very convenient.
Merriam Webster Online Dictionary (https://www.merriam-webster.com)
The Merriam Webster Online Dictionary is a great online dictionary for students who don’t understand certain English words. It can also be used as an online thesaurus. The Merriam Webster Online Dictionary also provides some news articles, and interesting literary articles such as an article that looks on onomatopoeias. The Merriam Webster Online Dictionary also provides a ‘word of the day’, allowing students who use this online dictionary learn new useful words. Students and people all over the globe who are having difficulties with understanding certain words will find the Merriam Webster Online Dictionary extremely useful, as it gives a clear definition, as well as example sentences.