Online Resources

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Directory of Open Access Books

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The Directory of Open Access Books (DOAB) is a community-driven discovery service of over 68,000 titles that provides access to scholarly, peer-reviewed open access books.

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Directory of Open Access Journals

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The Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) is an extensive online directory that provides access to diverse, high quality, open access, peer-reviewed journals.

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Explora

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Explora supports all-ages research with content ranging from history, current events, humanities, health sciences, and more. Click "More Details" to explore topics and watch a tutorial.
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Gale Business: Demographics Now

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DemographicsNow connects users with a wealth of highly detailed demographic data on more than 24 million U.S. businesses and 206 million consumers—making it ideal for gaining consumer and market insight. 

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Genealogy

Genealogy Resources

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Browse resources compiled by LiLI, Libraries Linking Idaho, for genealogy research. Includes links to National Archives, Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation Passenger Search, Idaho State Historical Society, and much more!

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History Reference Center

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Full text content of historical documents, biographies of historical figures, photos, maps, video, and other history reference materials.

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Library of Congress

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The Library of Congress is the largest library in the world, with millions of books, recordings, photographs, newspapers, maps and manuscripts in its collections. Search the digital collections or explore curated subject guides to begin your research. 

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LiLI

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LiLI provides free access to numerous research resources for all Idaho citizens. Explore subjects for academic research, business, and skill building, as well as plenty of content for kids. New learning resources are added often. Login by entering your Idaho zip code and city.

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Literary Reference Center

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Provides information on thousands of authors and their works across literary disciplines and timeframes.

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Open Textbook Library

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The Open Textbook Library provides a growing catalog of free, peer-reviewed, and openly-licensed textbooks. Titles can be downloaded for no cost, or printed at low cost. All textbooks are in use at multiple higher education institutions; or affiliated with an institution, scholarly society, or professional organization.

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Reference Solutions

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Reference Solutions, formerly Reference USA, is your premier business information resource. Search historical business records, new businesses, learn about consumer trends and research, and search jobs and internships throughout the U.S.  Click "More Details" for tutorial and troubleshooting guide.
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ValueLine

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With 130 stocks updated weekly, this resource contains investment research information on over 1,700 larger stocks across ninety industries. Log in with your Meridian Library District card number.

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World Book Online

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A suite of online research tools that includes encyclopedia articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, pictures, audio, and video. Learn about the world around you. Log in with your Meridian Library District card number.

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