Learning Express Library is a wonderful resource. Just amazing. I can see using this resource for all sorts of situations in my library. I have the feeling that I am going to be a much more helpful librarian by the end of this course.
For example, if some poor fourth grader pops up needing some help with reading comprehension (as a random example), I could easily point him to the Learning Express Library, under the elementary school section, to such materials as the reading practice courses. Or to tests which help with learning to read informational articles, poetry, and persuasive writing. I could also point out some diagnostic tests. Actually, I might have to involve the parents in some of that...but I could certainly help him get started!
If I were ever called upon to help a high school graduate looking for a job in office management, I would go the the "Jobs and Workplace Skills" and easily point her to some of the Business Writing courses, some Job Search courses, as well as some Resume and Interview helps.
For the student doing a report on a nursing or pharmaceutical career, I would first direct them to the Career Guidance section under the "Nursing and Allied Health" in "Jobs and Careers", which has a lot of basic information. Then if they wanted more in depth information, I could point them to the practice tests, which there are plenty of for every specialized field.
I'm very glad to have refreshed myself on this resource, and I can see how useful it will be in a library, for many situations. And now I'm looking forward to my next lesson in all the great resources there are out there!
I'm so glad you refreshed yourself, too! Thanks for your good work and enthusiasm here. Getting the parents involved with the 4th grader is a good idea. You could show the office management candidate the info under the "Skill Building for Adults" tab, too. Keep this one in mind for your patrons!
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