Faculty Resources
Faculty are encouraged to contact the library for assistance with locating instructional materials, research support, or classroom library instruction.
Open Educational Resources
Course Support
- Request Library Instruction
- Research assistance for faculty
- Assistance locating course materials
- Interlibrary Loan
- ArkLink
Copyright & Fair Use
A couple of reliable resources:
K-12 Resources
The BRTC Library provides access to online resources that support K-12 students, educators, parents, and homeschool families with research, learning activities, classroom support, and educational exploration.
Research & Reference Resources
World Book
Trusted online reference resources featuring articles, multimedia, primary sources, timelines, eBooks, and educational materials for learners of all ages.
World Book Kids
An interactive reference resource designed for younger learners with age-appropriate articles, activities, images, and learning tools.
World Book Discover
A simplified reference resource designed to help students explore topics, build vocabulary, and find reliable information.
World Book Advanced
A more advanced research resource featuring reference articles, primary sources, multimedia, and research tools for older students.
Student Research & Learning
World Book eBooks
Provides access to digital books covering a variety of subjects for student reading and research.
World Book Timelines
Interactive timelines that help students explore important events, people, and historical topics.
ProQuest Central
A multidisciplinary research database providing access to articles, newspapers, reports, and other resources covering topics such as science, history, health, education, and current events.
eBook Central
A large collection of digital books covering literature, history, science, technology, health, and other academic subjects.
Resources for Educators
PBS LearningMedia
Free standards-aligned resources for PreK–12 educators, including lesson plans, videos, activities, and classroom materials.
Smithsonian Education
Free educational resources, lesson plans, primary sources, and digital collections from Smithsonian museums, libraries, and research centers.
OER Commons
A searchable collection of free teaching resources, lesson plans, textbooks, and activities.
Free Learning Resources
OpenStax
Free, peer-reviewed textbooks and educational resources useful for advanced high school students, dual-credit students, and educators.
LibreTexts
Free online textbooks and learning materials covering science, humanities, social sciences, and more.
Project Gutenberg
Free access to thousands of public domain eBooks, including classic literature.
Kahoot!
Interactive learning games and activities that can be used by students and educators.
Digital Collections & Creative Resources
Smithsonian Open Access
Millions of free digital images and resources from Smithsonian collections for educational projects and presentations.
Wikimedia Commons
Free images, videos, and media files that can support classroom projects and presentations.
Unsplash
Free high-quality photographs for presentations, projects, and educational materials.
Legal Information
Find reliable legal information resources for general research and informational purposes.
- FindLaw
Legal information, articles, and resources covering a variety of legal topics. - Legal Information Institute
Free access to legal information, including U.S. laws, court opinions, and legal resources. - Free Legal Answers
A service that connects eligible users with volunteer attorneys for answers to civil legal questions.
Other Libraries
Explore additional libraries that provide access to information, research materials, and community resources.
- Arkansas State Library
The state library provides access to statewide library resources, digital collections, and information services. - ASU Dean B. Ellis Library
Academic library resources and services available through Arkansas State University. - Randolph County Library
Public library resources, programs, and services for the local community. - WBU Felix Goodson Library
Academic library resources and services available through Williams Baptist University.
Need Help?
BRTC Library staff are happy to assist educators and students with:
- Finding reliable sources
- Using library resources
- Supporting research assignments
- Locating educational materials
Contact the library for assistance.
