The CACC learning resource centers provides valuable resources available via the internet. Select a topic below to view web sites that will assist you with your research needs.
General Links
American Archive of Public BroadcastingA collaboration between WGBH and the Library of Congress with a long-term vision to preserve and make accessible significant historical content created by public media, and to coordinate a national effort to save at-risk public media before its content is lost to posterity.
BiographyBiography.com captures the most gripping, surprising and fascinating stories about famous people.
DictionaryDictionary.com is the world’s leading online source for English definitions, synonyms, word origins, audio pronunciations, example sentences, slang phrases, idioms, word games, legal and medical terms, Word of the Day and more.
GovTrackGovTrack.us tracks the United States Congress and helps Americans participate in their national legislature.
InfoPlease BiographiesInformation Please has been providing authoritative answers to all kinds of factual questions since 1938—first as a popular radio quiz show, then starting in 1947 as an annual almanac, and since 1998 on the Internet at www.infoplease.com.
Occupational Outlook HandbookThe OOH can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for hundreds of occupations.
Smithsonian InstitutionThe Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex. Join us on a voyage of discovery in person or online as we seek to increase and share knowledge with your participation.
Alabama ArtsThe Mission of the Alabama State Council on the Arts is to enhance the quality of life and economic vitality for all Alabamians by providing support for the state’s diverse and rich artistic resources.
D&B Hoover'sUncover descriptions of approximately 14,000 public and private enterprises in the United States and around the world. Each company capsule contains basic company and financial information and links to related sites.
EconBizJournals, Working Papers & Conferences
in Business Studies and Economics
Global EdgeSeek statistical information on 202 nations and each of the 50 states, plus material on a variety of different industries, and much more.
New York Stock ExchangeAt this site, you will find not only information on market activity and stock quotes, but also investor resources, company information, SEC filings, a tour of the stock exchange floor, and timeline explaining the history of the stock exchange.
The American Academy of PoetsA site containing information about individual poets and their work, National Poetry Month, a discussion forum and links to other respected literary sites
U.S. CensusThe Census Bureau's mission is to serve as the leading source of quality data about the nation's people and economy. We honor privacy, protect confidentiality, share our expertise globally, and conduct our work openly.
Government and Politics
Alabama State Data CenterThe Alabama State Data Center (ASDC) was formed in 1978 as a partnership between the U.S. Census Bureau and the State of Alabama to empower data users throughout the state with understandable, accurate and timely information.
CongressThis page is maintained by the Library of Congress and reports on the activities of our federal legislative bodies and committees
State of AlabamaThis site is the jumping off point for tons of information on the state of Alabama, its government and the state agencies.(
White HouseRead about the President’s most recent activities. Also learn about the White House — past and present.
World BankThe World Bank primarily responds to the needs of developing countries in their quests for financial stability. The bank’s web site is a good source for information about the economic development of these countries and regions.
Health Sciences
HealthFinderThis U.S. government-sponsored web site will lead you to over 1,400 health-related sites.
Mayo ClinicMore than 3,300 physicians, scientists and researchers from Mayo Clinic share their expertise to empower you.
MedlinePlusMedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health's Web site for patients and their families and friends. Produced by the National Library of Medicine, the world’s largest medical library, it brings you information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand.
Nursing WorldAn online newsletter for nurses, students, educators, policymakers and researchers that features analysis of issues, policies, research and trends affecting nurses and the health care profession
U.S. National Library of MedicineThe National Library of Medicine (NLM), on the campus of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, has been a center of information innovation since its founding in 1836. The world’s largest biomedical library, NLM maintains and makes available a vast print collection and produces electronic information resources on a wide range of topics that are searched billions of times each year by millions of people around the globe.
History
Alabama MosaicAlabamaMosaic is a repository of digital materials on Alabama's history, culture, places, and people. Its purpose is to make unique historical treasures from Alabama's archives, libraries, museums, and other repositories electronically accessible to Alabama residents and to students, researchers, and the general public in other states and countries.
Born in Slavery-Slave NarrativesBorn in Slavery: Slave Narratives from the Federal Writers' Project, 1936-1938 contains more than 2,300 first-person accounts of slavery and 500 black-and-white photographs of former slaves.
WPA Life HistoriesThis collection of life histories consists of approximately 2,900 documents, compiled and transcribed by more than 300 writers from 24 states, working on the Folklore Project of the Federal Writers’ Project, a New Deal jobs program that was part of the U.S. Works Progress (later Work Projects) Administration (WPA) from 1936 to 1940.
Languages
DuolingoDuolingo is the world’s most popular way to learn a language. It’s 100% free, fun and science-based. Practice online on duolingo.com or on the apps!
Mango LanguagesMango prepares learners for realistic conversations and strengthens everyday communication skills in over 70 world languages, including English.
MemriseThe Memrise community uses images and science to make learning easy and fun. Learn a language. Learn anything.
Physics
National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationThis site contains current information about NASA’s research,programs and space missions. Find educational links for researchers and students. Also, audio and video clips give users a close look of some of NASA’s most exciting activities and findings.