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January's Featured Resource: LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning is a premier online education platform that offers expert-led courses spanning diverse fields such as business, technology, and creative arts. Leveraging LinkedIn's vast professional network, it provides users with personalized, high-quality content to enhance their skills and advance their careers. With a user-friendly interface and industry-leading instructors, LinkedIn Learning is a go-to resource for professionals looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving job market.

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LearningExpress Library

Online interactive practice exams covering adult basic, academic, job related, civil service and more. Now includes ESL Spanish Basic Skills Course.

LinkedIn learning (was lynda.com)

LinkedIn Learning is an award-winning online learning site taught by recognized industry experts, offering more than 3,000 courses and 150,000 videos on business, technical and creative skills. Videos, tutorials, and courses are offered in the following languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, Mandarin, and Portuguese. When using the LinkedIn Learning app the Library ID to enter is lapl.

Peterson's Test Prep (formerly known as Testing and Education Reference Center)

Over 300 practice tests and courses, information on over 4,000 accredited schools, e-books containing study materials and practice tests, scholarship search, resume builder, and career modules with subjects from career change to salary negotiations.

Testing & Education Reference Center (now known as Peterson's Test Prep)

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