Modern World History—The Full Scope of World History from the 15th Century to the Present.

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“…highly recommended…easy to use…extremely student-friendly.”—Booklist

“…a thorough database…Recommended.”—Library Media Connection

COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE OF MODERN WORLD HISTORY Modern World History offers a thorough look at world history from the mid-15th century to the present. Thousands of subject entries, biographies, images, videos and slideshows, maps and graphs, primary sources, and timelines combine to provide a detailed and comparative view of the people, places, events, and ideas that have defined modern world history.

EASY ACCESS TO CONTENT Featured content in Modern World History is handpicked by our editors to inform research and provide guided entryways into the database. Plus, convenient links to key areas are at the top of every page.

FOCUSED TOPIC CENTERS Modern World History features specially selected content on different eras and themes of history, providing a starting point for research.

PERFECT FOR DOCUMENT-BASED LEARNING AND OTHER LEARNING STYLES Modern World History includes historical documents with introductory paragraphs that provide context and background to the sources—perfect for document-based learning and strengthening critical-thinking skills. This database also supports 1:1 initiatives, blended instruction, flipped classrooms, and project-based learning.

FEATURED VIDEOS AND SLIDESHOWS Modern World History’s videos, original maps, and original, SMART Board–friendly slideshows provide a fascinating visual introduction to key topics and themes. Use them to reinforce visual learning, stimulate interest, and offer convenient overviews and discussion starter material.

AUTHORITATIVE SOURCE LIST Modern World History includes expertly researched and written content from a wealth of award-winning proprietary print titles.

CONTROVERSIES IN HISTORY Editorially selected pro/con articles on hundreds of controversies in history can be found in Modern World History, enabling researchers to grasp the essence and importance of every conflict and the reasons people debated them.

OTHER HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: · A detailed general timeline, updated monthly, plus regional and era-specific timelines · Searchable by all major educational standards · Tag “clouds” for all content, linking to related material · Real-time, searchable Reuters® newsfeed · Google Translate · Read Aloud tool · Dynamic citations with EasyBib export functionality · Searchable Support Center · Robust administrative section with enhanced reporting

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