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Ipl2: Information You Can Trust. Nilsa Polanco CMP 230 LA01 Online Library. Online Library. A categorized collection of electronic resources. It not only directs to the resource but will provide the information needed.
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Ipl2: Information You Can Trust Nilsa Polanco CMP 230 LA01 Online Library
Online Library • A categorized collection of electronic resources. It not only directs to the resource but will provide the information needed. • Reduces the amount of unwanted information from search engines such as Google or Yahoo • Consist of materials selected by librarians • Same criteria is applied to web pages as in books • Contain subject specific information, academic journals and newsletters
About ipl2 • Opened in 1995 at the University of Michigan • Later added a section for kids and teens where they can play math games and interact safely • In 1999, ipl became worldwide • In 2004, included information posted on blogs and social networks • Late 2000s, ipl is redesigned and has a new contributor, Florida State University
How to Search Ask a question directly to a librarian Quick Search drop down menu Features and Spotlight Information
Special Collections Featured Collections Very Helpful for Students Blogs, FAQ, etc.
Newspaper and Magazines Search by State Search by Region and Country
For Kids Kids can safely search on the internet, play games, learn languages and find science projects
For Teens Procrastinator. Ask embarrassing questions School help, Sports and Recreation, Reading and Writing Teaches teenagers how to handle their finances
References • Website Title: ipl2: Information You Can Trust www.ipl.org, Retrieved on April 11, 2012