The BRTC Library provides access to additional resources that support teaching, learning, research, and lifelong learning. Explore resources for faculty, educators, students, families, and community users.
Faculty Resources
Faculty are encouraged to contact the library for assistance with locating instructional materials, research support, or classroom library instruction.
Course Support
- Request Library Instruction
- Research assistance for faculty
- Assistance locating course materials
- Interlibrary Loan
- ArkLink
- Copyright and Fair Use Support
Open Educational Resources
Explore free textbooks, teaching materials, and open educational resources on the BRTC Library’s Open Educational Resources page.
Copyright & Fair Use
Helpful copyright and fair use 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 Early Learning
An interactive resource designed for preschool and early elementary learners featuring stories, activities, videos, and learning tools.
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 Resources
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.
Teaching Commons
A collection of open educational resources that provides faculty and educators with access to teaching materials, course resources, syllabi, and instructional content from colleges and universities.
OER Commons
A searchable collection of free teaching resources, lesson plans, textbooks, and activities.
Free Learning Resources
Explore free online resources that support learning, reading, and educational activities.
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.
OpenStax
Free, peer-reviewed textbooks and educational resources useful for advanced high school students, dual-credit students, and educators.
MERLOT
A collection of free online teaching and learning materials.
Unsplash
Free images and visual resources that can be used for educational and creative projects.
Smithsonian Open Access
Free access to millions of digital images, research materials, and educational resources.
Looking for free textbooks and open educational materials? Visit the BRTC Library’s Open Educational Resources page.
Legal Research Resources
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, databases, 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 available to assist students, faculty, and community users with:
- Finding reliable sources
- Using library resources
- Supporting research assignments
- Locating educational materials
Contact the library for assistance.
