This comprehensive K-12 reference and learning resource provides teachers and students with instant access to four complete encyclopedias that ensure consistency with classroom topics and age-appropriate language.  In addition to Britannica, the Compton's Electronic Resource and the Britannica Learning Zone are included in this package.  The Britannica Learning Zone features an interactive atlas, online art activities, games and learning materials, audio and video, and vocabulary builders.  It is compatible with our Florida State Standards and offers curriculum guides.  This electronic resource is available in English and Spanish and accessible to students and district staff at school or at home through our HCPS web page at any time.  Professional development will be provided in person and through the Britannica Webinar Training Program. 

Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc. provides an online electronic resource, holds copyright on all materials, and is exempt from the solicitation process per Florida Department of Education rule 6A-1.012.

First year evaluation results: Britannica Online Edition had over 124 million hits in the last 12 months. That includes 56 percent from elementary, 22 percent from middle, 13 percent from high schools, and 9 percent from other.