Category Archive for "Research" | Windsor Public Library

TRUSTED INFORMATION SOURCES

Posted in: May 26, 2021 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Sign - MYTH, you don't need to wear a mask after getting the COVID-19 vaccine

One of our most important weapons in the fight against COVID-19 is information. But can everything you see and read online be trusted as verified, reliable and true? While social media and the internet can be valuable sources of information, there have been numerous examples of inaccurate and purposefully false information being shared online. In our new video series, we’ll be looking at some of the more prevalent myths surrounding...

CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Posted in: February 2, 2021 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Every February, Windsorites are invited to take part in celebrations and events which honour the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present, during Black History Month. It is a time to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians, who, throughout history, have done so much to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate and prosperous nation we know today. It is also an opportunity for us to learn about...

Curriculum Support For Young eLearners

Posted in: April 29, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | 4 comments

For parents and guardians with school-aged children, transitioning to eLearning can be a challenging experience. We’re here to help. WPL staff have been hard at work collecting grade and subject-specific resources to support the content being distributed by schools. It is all available on the WPL website under the Learn@Home tab. “This unprecedented closure has forced many of us to assess and react to daily events. The Windsor Public Library...

WPL Telephone Check-In Service

Posted in: April 8, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | 12 comments

Windsor Public Library believes in the freedom to read, learn and discover even while our doors are closed! We know how important it is to stay connected during this period and are doing whatever we can to continue serving our users’ needs. Are you looking for more information about Windsor Public Library’s online resources? Are you wondering how the library can continue to serve you during the closure? Do you have...

Tumble with the Books

Posted in: March 19, 2020 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Tumblebook Library (K-6) is a curated database of children’s e-books, from children’s book publishers such as Simon & Schuster, Chronicle Books, Candlewick Press, Charlesbridge Press, Walker & Company, Annick Press, Orca Books, Lerner Books, and HarperCollins Publishers, amongst others. The collections provide enrichment to students who are reading independently with a variety of high interest material. It also provides support to students who require skill building with a variety of...

Election Buzz and Bias: be media smart!

Posted in: September 18, 2019 by Windsor Public Library Library | No comments

Countdown to Election Day has begun. Claims and counter-arguments in traditional and social media bombard you daily. How can you separate the hype and “fake news” from the facts? Veronique Mandal, Co-ordinator and Professor of Journalism and Media Convergence at St. Clair College will share some of her expertise this coming Sunday, September 22. This presentation will be held at the Central Branch, starting at 2:30 p.m....

Local History is On the Move!

Posted in: September 10, 2019 by Windsor Public Library | No comments

This week’s Throwback Thursday Pic taken in the early 1900s is of four gentleman, Jack Mothersill, Gerald Carlisle, Bernard Bates and Harold Fenich riding their bicycles down Victoria Avenue. All four are dressed in a suit and tie, so maybe they were biking to work or simply out for pleasurable ride on a beautiful day.

On Monday September 16, 2019, Windsor Public Library’s Local History and Genealogy collections will be available at 3312 Sandwich Street, the site of the former Sandwich branch of WPL. The Archives will remain at 850 Ouellette, but all of our microfilm collections are coming to Sandwich. This week, collections are being packed and moved, and so are temporarily inaccessible. Our apologies for inconvenience. The Local History staff can be reached...

Access the Largest Digital Library Ever

Posted in: April 1, 2019 by Windsor Public Library Library | 9 comments

Windsorites looking for eBooks will soon have access to the largest digital library Windsor Public Library has ever offered. Effective Monday, April 1, your library card and PIN will provide admittance to yourcloudLibrary.com , which links the digital libraries from dozens of institutions across Ontario to create an easy-to-access online digital library. With your library card in hand, you’ll need a computer or mobile device such as a tablet or smartphone, and...

Finding Information: WPL Databases Versus Google?

Posted in: January 14, 2019 by Windsor Public Library Library | 6 comments

Sweating over a term paper? You have to try our online databases! We all love Google, it’s great for a quick search especially for current events and news, personal information needs including shopping and entertainment or for finding locations – I’m a big fan of Google Maps. However, if you have to write a research paper or need verifiable, accurate information you are better off using a library database. At...

New look for Road to IELTS

Posted in: November 22, 2018 by Windsor Public Library Library | 1 comment

If you’re using Road to IELTS, you’ll be happy to see that they have released a major upgrade! Not only does the site have a cleaner look and feel, it can now be used on tablets and smartphones. Please note that the site is no longer compatible with Internet Explorer; all other up to date browsers should work well. What is Road to IELTS? Road to IELTS is an online resource available...