Encyclopaedia Universalis
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| Fact | Encyclopaedia Universalis | Encyclopedia Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review | Articles are written by recognized authors and professors, then reviewed and validated by the editorial team. | Entries go through contributor and editor review, and are separately reviewed by fact checkers and copy editors. |
| Founded | 1968 | 2008 |
| Headquarters | Boulogne-Billancourt, France | Virginia Humanities says it is headquartered in Charlottesville at the University of Virginia. |
| Purpose | Encyclopædia Universalis presents its online resources as an encyclopedia for teaching and documentary research, serving individuals and professional organizations. | Encyclopedia Virginia is a free multimedia resource about Virginia’s history and culture for students, teachers, and communities. |
| Support | The maker directs education and junior product support requests to its online support site and USB product requests to a separate assistance site. | Staff cannot assist with individual research questions; the FAQ suggests contacting the Library of Virginia. |
Encyclopaedia Universalis plans
- Découverte€1 a month
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- Zen€79, paid once
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Pick Encyclopaedia Universalis if…
It suits individual readers seeking an ad-free reference collection, as well as schools, libraries, local authorities, and companies. The separate Junior and Éducation editions are aimed at primary, secondary, and higher education users.
Pick Encyclopedia Virginia if…
Encyclopedia Virginia suits students, teachers, and community readers looking for material on Virginia’s history and culture. Its grade-labeled entries and mix of written, primary-source, and multimedia content may also help educators select materials for different readers.