Online Learning
Public libraries have always supported self-directed learning, through printed books to audio language courses on disc. Providing access to high quality, online lessons builds on that important mission. Try out the resources below to take your skills and expertise to a higher level.
Each resource below allows you to create accounts and track your progress, often earning certificates of learning along the way. Grab your all important library card and get started!
LearningExpress
Nearly 1000 online tutorials, practice tests, and eBooks to help patrons of all ages.
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Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center
Part of digitalmainelibrary, Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center provides links to projects and how-to videos on a wide range of creative endeavors.
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Udemy
Over 6,000 top-rated courses offering training in the areas of business, tech, and personal development across 75+ different categories.
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Kanopy Video Streaming
In addition to entertaining movies and children's programs, our new video streaming service Kanopy offers instructional films and lessons including access to the Great Courses.
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Language Learning
Available through digitalmainelibrary, a service of of the Maine State Library.
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Lynda.com
We've had to cancel our Lynda.com subscription due to changes made to the service. We apologize for the inconvenience.
However, we have added Udemy, another popular learning platform.