An encyclopedia is a reference tool. Encyclopedias provide subject summaries or larger topics are often divided into entries that appear alphabetically.
In addition to free online resources, members of the CCC Community have access to several Encyclopedias through the CCC Libraries Databases. Check out a few below. Remember to use your CCC Credentials to login.
Contact Participating CCC Librarians with Questions
Wilbur Wright College:
Malcolm X College:
Olive Harvey College:
Wikipedia is one of the most accessed online resources, but many entries on underrepresented populations are lacking information. In an effort to increase awareness, and information sources, City Colleges of Chicago Librarians are co-hosting this virtual event Series on Wikipedia Essentials.
The event is open to all members of the CCC community.
Are you a more advanced Wikipedia user and looking for ideas on how to contribute? Don't worry, we have suggestions!
Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia project written collaboratively by anonymous volunteers. Anyone with access can write and make changes to articles.
Wikipedia has over 1.5 billion visitors per month. Featuring over 54 million articles, in 300 languages, it is the world's most popular reference source.
Wikipedia operates under "5 Pillars"
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