DigitalLearn.org

If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed.

Found In: Computers, Education & Libraries

Education Resources Information Center (ERIC)

Here you'll find education-related articles, citations, and abstracts.

Access to this resource provided through the Texas State Library & Archives Commission's TexShare program ends 8/31/2023.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Education & Libraries

Educational Administration Abstracts

"Educational Administration Abstracts is a database providing bibliographic records covering all areas of educational administration, including educational leadership, educational management and educational research.

Access to this resource provided through the Texas State Library & Archives Commission's TexShare program ends 8/31/2023.

Found In: Education & Libraries

Gale OneFile: Educator's Reference Complete

Gain insight on issues in administration, funding, and policy. Best for educators, administrators, and education students. Tutorials: Topic Finder,Downloading and Sending to Google Drive and OneDrive

Found In: Education & Libraries

Gale Presents: Udemy

Learn and improve skills across business, tech, design, and more. Includes 10,000+ on-demand video courses in multiple languages. Tutorial: Gale Presents: Udemy

Found In: Computers, Education & Libraries, Business & Finance

Information Science & Technology Abstracts

Here you'll find articles on all aspects of information science and librarianship.

Access to this resource provided through the Texas State Library & Archives Commission's TexShare program ends 8/31/2023.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Education & Libraries

Learning Express: College Admissions Test Preparation

Here you'll find resources for college admissions test preparation, including ACT, SAT, TOEFL iBT and more. You must create a free LearningExpress Login to use this resource.

Tutorials: Navigating the LearningExpress Home Page,Taking a Tutorial in LearningExpress

Found In: School & College Prep, Education & Libraries

Learning Express: Computer Skills Center

Here you'll find resources for building and improving computer skills. Includes courses on popular software tools. You must create a free LearningExpress Login to use this resource.

Tutorials: Navigating the LearningExpress Home Page,Taking a Tutorial in LearningExpress  

Found In: Computers, Jobs & Careers, Education & Libraries

Learning Express: High School Equivalency Center

Here you'll find resources to build basic skills and to prepare for high school equivalency exams such as the GED. You must create a free LearningExpress Login to use this resource.

Tutorials: Navigating the LearningExpress Home Page,Taking a Tutorial in LearningExpress

Found In: School & College Prep, Education & Libraries

Learning Express: Job & Career Accelerator

Here you'll find access to resources for your job and career search. Includes tools to create your resume and cover letter. You must create a free LearningExpress Login to use this resource.

Tutorial: Navigating Job & Career Accelerator

Found In: Jobs & Careers, Education & Libraries

Learning Express: Recursos Para Hispanohablantes

Aquí encontrará recursos para mejorar sus habilidades gramaticales, de lectura, y matemáticas.  De igual manera, encontrará las herramientas necesarias de preparación para los exámenes de GED y de ciudadanía. Debe crear una cuenta gratuita de Learning Express para utilizar este recurso. 

Found In: Español, Education & Libraries, Jobs & Careers, Languages

LearningExpress Library

Here you'll find access to all the resources included under the Learning Express platform, including Job & Career Accelerator. You must create a free LearningExpress Login to use this resource.

Tutorials: Navigating the LearningExpress Home Page,Taking a Tutorial in LearningExpress

Found In: Computers, Homework, Jobs & Careers, Languages, School & College Prep, Education & Libraries

Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts

Here you'll find indexed over 500 journals, books, research reports and proceedings in the field of library and information science.

Access to this resource provided through the Texas State Library & Archives Commission's TexShare program ends 8/31/2023.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Education & Libraries

Linkedin Learning

Linkedin Learning (formerly Lynda.com) is an on-demand learning solution designed to help you gain new skills and advance your career. Mobile-responsive for smart phones & tablets.

Now available through the LinkedIn Learning app. HCPL's Library ID is hcpl. Please click here for answers to frequently asked questions.  11/15/2022: The issue with LinkedIn Learning has been mostly resolved, but those who have been issued a new library card after 10/26  are still not able to successfully log in.  We are still working to fix that issue, so in the meantime we suggest trying out Gale Udemy or O'Reilly for Public Libraries. 

Found In: Business & Finance, Computers, Education & Libraries, Jobs & Careers

Money Smart

Here you'll find financial training from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).

Found In: Business & Finance, Education & Libraries, Law & Government

O'Reilly for Public Libraries (formerly Safari Books Online)

Here you'll find technology eBooks, interactive learning courses and more ranging from basic computer use to more advanced topics for programmers, coders and other IT professionals.   

Found In: Books & Reading, Computers, Education & Libraries, Jobs & Careers, Science & Technology, Business & Finance

Professional Development Collection

Here you'll find access to professional development journals for educators.

Access to this resource provided through the Texas State Library & Archives Commission's TexShare program ends 8/31/2023.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Education & Libraries, Jobs & Careers

Talking Book Program

"TBP (Talking Book Program) provides free library services for Texans with blindness or visual, physical, or reading disabilities. Registered TBP users may borrow books and magazines in digital audio, Braille, and large print."(About TBP)

Found In: Books & Reading, Education & Libraries

Teacher Reference Center

Here you'll find indexing and abstracts for over 250 periodicals of interest to teachers and those in the field of education. The majority of the indexed journals are peer-reviewed.

Access to this resource provided through the Texas State Library & Archives Commission's TexShare program ends 8/31/2023.

Video Tutorial: Introduction to EBSCOhost

Found In: Education & Libraries

Transparent Language

Here you'll find resources for language learning, including ESL for speakers of numerous world languages.  ESL course also includes citizenship practice. App available for Apple, Android & other devices.

Found In: Education & Libraries, Jobs & Careers, Languages