UNESCO launches World Library of Science – Free Online Science Education Resource November 11, 2014 http://www.edukwest.com/unesco-launches-world-library-science-free-online-sc... Kay Alexander http://www.edukwest.com/author/kayalexander/ http://www.edukwest.com/unesco-launches-world-library-science-free-online-sc... http://www.edukwest.com/unesco-launches-world-library-science-free-online-science-education-resource/?utm_content=buffer8a06b&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer UNESCO officially launched a free online science education resource portal in partnership with Nature Education and Roche. The project is called World Library of Science http://nature.com/wls (WLoS) and aims to provide students with free access to the latest science information as well as a hub to connect and discuss with peers from around the globe. The World Library of Science wants to especially support students in underdeveloped regions by equalizing learning opportunities, improving the quality of teaching and learning and promoting the use of Open Educational Resources. At launch the World Library of Science features over 300 articles, 25 eBooks, and over 70 videos from the publishers of Nature. Through the portal students can join classes and create groups to connect with other learners and teachers. http://www.nature.com/wls Pramila Jamdade Librarian -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.