Learning Express Library
Accessed: Through Los Angeles Public Library
Provided by: Learning Express, LLC
Brief Description: Learning Express Library is a portal that offers access to tests and courses in subjects for all grade levels and adults, included college preparation tests and job help.
Services: In the Los Angeles Public Library System, you can log on to Learning Express Library with just your library card ID and last four digits of your phone number. Once on Learning Express Library, you must create a free account with them to access material, but once that is done, you can begin taking tests and courses immediately. Tests and courses (with approximate time it will take) are provided in many subjects (though not all: physics was not noticed in the high school area, for example) for all grade levels and adults. College preparation tests and courses are also supplied, and when taking these tests, there is a timer available for different sections, and the site provides immediate grading.
Evaluation: Access to this site was quick and easy through the Los Angeles Public Library, and it took only about five minutes to start taking an exam, without having to read any directions on the website. It is fairly intuitive; as soon as you try to access something without having a free Learning Express Library account, it makes you sign up, but once you sign up, you are free to begin. The website itself has a slightly old looking interface with perhaps too many colors, but overall, this easy access to questions and answers about a variety of subjects, including college test prep, is invaluable. It can be accessed at home at any time, which makes it wonderful for teens who might resist asking for help.
Company Information: From www.learningexpressllc.com: “LearningExpress, LLC is an educational technology company founded with the mission to help adult and student learners improve basic skills required for academic and career success. LearningExpress quickly emerged as an industry leader in both online and print resources.
Since 1995, LearningExpress has continued to pair innovative technology with a strong foundation in research-based testing and tutorial course development. All of our products are developed by leading educators and professionals, and meet rigorous standards. The company currently serves over 4,000 public libraries, 5,000 schools, and 1,200 colleges, as well as companies, associations, and government agencies across North America—helping millions of adults and students achieve success annually.”
Why This Site: This is a test prep and learning site that can be accessed, for free, from the comfort of your home at any time with just a library card. This seems a great service to teens.
Accessed: Through Los Angeles Public Library
Provided by: Learning Express, LLC
Brief Description: Learning Express Library is a portal that offers access to tests and courses in subjects for all grade levels and adults, included college preparation tests and job help.
Services: In the Los Angeles Public Library System, you can log on to Learning Express Library with just your library card ID and last four digits of your phone number. Once on Learning Express Library, you must create a free account with them to access material, but once that is done, you can begin taking tests and courses immediately. Tests and courses (with approximate time it will take) are provided in many subjects (though not all: physics was not noticed in the high school area, for example) for all grade levels and adults. College preparation tests and courses are also supplied, and when taking these tests, there is a timer available for different sections, and the site provides immediate grading.
Evaluation: Access to this site was quick and easy through the Los Angeles Public Library, and it took only about five minutes to start taking an exam, without having to read any directions on the website. It is fairly intuitive; as soon as you try to access something without having a free Learning Express Library account, it makes you sign up, but once you sign up, you are free to begin. The website itself has a slightly old looking interface with perhaps too many colors, but overall, this easy access to questions and answers about a variety of subjects, including college test prep, is invaluable. It can be accessed at home at any time, which makes it wonderful for teens who might resist asking for help.
Company Information: From www.learningexpressllc.com: “LearningExpress, LLC is an educational technology company founded with the mission to help adult and student learners improve basic skills required for academic and career success. LearningExpress quickly emerged as an industry leader in both online and print resources.
Since 1995, LearningExpress has continued to pair innovative technology with a strong foundation in research-based testing and tutorial course development. All of our products are developed by leading educators and professionals, and meet rigorous standards. The company currently serves over 4,000 public libraries, 5,000 schools, and 1,200 colleges, as well as companies, associations, and government agencies across North America—helping millions of adults and students achieve success annually.”
Why This Site: This is a test prep and learning site that can be accessed, for free, from the comfort of your home at any time with just a library card. This seems a great service to teens.