Guide from our Librarians: eLearning Websites

Explore a selection of reputable online learning websites created by educational and nonprofit organizations focused on life-long learning. These eLearning websites are freely available to the public, no Library card required!

Khan Academy
Self-paced learning with instructional videos and practice exercises on the Khan Academy website and mobile apps. Covers subjects from kindergarten through early college, including math, science, reading, computing, history, art history, economics, financial literacy, SAT, MCAT and more. Also provides content tailored for parents and educators, including content organized by state standards, and offers the Khan Academy Kids website and mobile app designed for specifically early learners. Optional: Create a personal account to track learning history.

GCFGlobal.org (formerly GCF Learn Free)
Self-paced online courses with straightforward lessons on more than 200 topics. Interactive lessons are comprised of videos, images and written tutorials. Covers technology with strong coverage of Microsoft software and internet basics, plus foundational core skills in math, reading, writing and more for work and personal management skills. Offers a small selection of content for English language learners and technology tutorials in a variety of world languages. Also provides teacher guides. Optional: Create a personal account to track learning history and certificates of completion.

DigitalLearn
Brief, step-by-step computer and technology tutorials covering the basics of the internet, email and other online tools as well as introductions to operating systems, video conferencing, internet privacy and safety, job searching, online health care, productivity tools, and mobile devices. Lessons are comprised of short videos, written tutorials and downloadable handouts. Also offers many instructional design courses. Content available in English and Spanish (español).

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