The Utah State Library has recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with Gale, a renowned part of the Cengage Group, to offer free access to a wide range of digital resources for Utah’s more than 3 million residents. This initiative aims to provide enhanced educational, professional, and informational support to Utah communities through a collaboration that promises to bridge the gap between rural and urban library services.
Cara Rothman, the State Librarian of Utah, emphasized the significance of this partnership in addressing the limitations faced by rural areas in accessing library services. She noted that with Gale’s digital resources now available, rural communities and homeschooling families have equal access to valuable online resources previously only accessible to larger communities. Rothman highlighted the importance of continuous learning for personal and professional growth, affirming the commitment of the Utah State Library to support lifelong learning for all Utah residents.
The partnership between the Utah State Library and Gale opens up a world of possibilities for residents through a variety of digital resources now available via the Utah’s Online Public Library (UOPL). These resources cater to a diverse range of interests and learning needs, including automotive repair and maintenance instruction through Gale ChiltonLibrary, a readers’ advisory database in Gale Literature: Books and Authors, and multidisciplinary student databases in Gale In Context.
Expanding Educational Horizons
The collaboration also offers access to over 16,000 full-text periodicals and popular magazines, peer-reviewed journals, and resources on entrepreneurship, global business insights, health and wellness, and interactive science models. From digital encyclopedias to 3D interactive models of science concepts, the digital resources provided by Gale are designed to engage and empower learners of all ages and interests.
With a library card, Utah residents can conveniently access these digital resources 24/7 from any location and on any device. The integration of workflow tools from Google and Microsoft, language translation features, downloadable audio options, and easy content sharing and saving capabilities further enhance the user experience, making learning more accessible and interactive than ever before.
Empowering Lifelong Learning
Paul Gazzolo, senior vice president and general manager at Gale, expressed pride in the partnership’s role in ensuring that all Utah residents, regardless of their location, have the necessary educational tools to succeed in both their personal and professional endeavors. The commitment of Cengage Group and Gale to advancing digital learning experiences underscores their dedication to serving diverse educational markets worldwide, from K-12 and higher education to professional development and library services.
Gale’s longstanding reputation for providing libraries with original and curated content, coupled with cutting-edge research tools and technology, reinforces their mission to connect learners with valuable knowledge and insights. With over 65 years of experience in empowering global libraries and learners, Gale continues to innovate and inspire through its commitment to making knowledge accessible when and where it is needed most.
As Utah residents begin to explore the wealth of digital resources now available through the partnership between the Utah State Library and Gale, the possibilities for new discoveries, learning experiences, and personal growth are endless. Whether delving into the realms of literature, science, business, health, or general knowledge, these resources are poised to enrich minds, inspire curiosity, and support lifelong learning journeys for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
For more information on how to access these invaluable digital resources, residents are encouraged to visit the UOPL website or reach out to their local libraries for assistance. The future of learning in Utah is brighter than ever, thanks to the transformative partnership between the Utah State Library and Gale. Let the journey of discovery and growth begin.
