Language Learners
Want to learn a language, or, need to learn a language? Either way, we can help.
Interested in learning a new language—whether you're traveling, taking a class, exploring out of curiosity, or adjusting to life in a new country? The Library is a welcoming place with a variety of learning opportunities, including classes, online resources, and tools to help you build skills and succeed.
Translate Our Website
Want to read our website in your language? Use Google Translate—it supports over 240 languages. Just go to Google Translate, click the “Websites” tab, type in jocolibrary.org, and click the blue arrow. The site will open in the language you choose.
Featured Online Language Learning
Interested in learning a new language, but prefer to learn on your own? We’re here to help! Try a self-paced online course through Mango Languages or Rosetta Stone.
Mango Languages
Mango Languages
Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone
Online Language Learning
Do you want to learn ASL? Perhaps you want to learn another language—English, Spanish, French, whatever. Take a look at what we offer.
- Udemy offers English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, and Turkish and American Sign Language (ASL) courses.
- Universal Class offers English as a Second Language (ESL), foreign language and American Sign Language (ASL) courses.
- Kanopy offer language instruction, including merican Sign Language (ASL), through various videos and courses.
online language learning
Kanopy
In-Person Language Learning
Do you want to learn English? Do you enjoy learning with other people? We can help! The Library has language classes you can attend in-person or online. We also have events where you can practice and improve your language skills. Take a look at what we offer for language learners.
lanuage classes
American Sign Language (ASL)
ASL
Books, Audiobooks & More in World Langauges
Find and enjoy a wide selection of books in many world languages in our collection.
Spanish and Other World Languages
Resources Written in World Langauges
Many of our online resources are also available in languages other than English.
Resources in Spanish & Other Langauges
Consumer Reports
Kanopy (Español)
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