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Expert: Dr. Cynthia J. Wolfe - 8/15/2009


Question
What sources of info there are for selecting the best technology for Virtual education purposes?
Some of them are "Pro-quest" ,"Epic" or "e-libro". Here is an example of what I'm looking for: http://www.etechwebsite.com/colombia/pol…
It's a database for an university. I'm looking for sources of information just like this for education purposes. Thanks a lot! : )

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Hi Fernando,

If you are referring to online libraries and databases, there are many. The databases are not necessarily only for universities, but essentially store information for research or simple reading. Here is a list of recognized databases:

ProQuest
EBSCOHost
Annual Reviews
CredoReference
Dictionary of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)
Ebrary
PsychINFO
EDGAR
ERIC
WilsonSelect
Gale
InformaWorld
PubMed
Sage
ScienceDirect

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Cindy Wolfe
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Let me help you with questions about online programs and what is expected of an online student or instructor. I am an instructor as well as a student in an online program. If you are looking for a program or have questions about online learning in general, I can guide you. If you are a teacher looking for new ideas or methods, I can help. I have resources and ideas to share. I am a member of the National Business Education Association (NBEA), a professional organization devoted to the recognition that business education competencies are essential for all individuals in today's fast-changing society.

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