VITAL Learning eLibrary
The VITAL Learning eLibrary offers self-paced learning activities and tutorials for adult learners.
Our resources are organized based on your goals. If you are practicing reading and writing, learning to speak English, preparing for a test like the TOEFL or HiSET, or learning to use the computer, you can find help here.
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English Reading Skills
ESL Literacy Readers
Seven levels of theme-based stories about daily life activities. Digital and audiobook versions are available, as well as an instructor's guide.
Seven levels of theme-based stories about daily life activities. Digital and audiobook versions are available, as well as an instructor's guide.
Lexia Core5
Get extra help with reading skills, practice anywhere you have internet. Register at the VITAL office for access and log in information.
Get extra help with reading skills, practice anywhere you have internet. Register at the VITAL office for access and log in information.
Lexia Power Up Literacy
Get extra help with reading skills, practice anywhere you have internet. Register at the VITAL office for access and log in information.
Get extra help with reading skills, practice anywhere you have internet. Register at the VITAL office for access and log in information.
Reading Skills for Today's Adults
Leveled reading passages with audio; resources for practicing fluency, learning vocabulary, and improving reading comprehension.
Leveled reading passages with audio; resources for practicing fluency, learning vocabulary, and improving reading comprehension.
ReadWorks
Free K-12 high-quality library of nonfiction and fiction passages with interactive vocabulary activities, comprehension questions, teacher guides, instructions for use in remote learning, and more.
Free K-12 high-quality library of nonfiction and fiction passages with interactive vocabulary activities, comprehension questions, teacher guides, instructions for use in remote learning, and more.
English Speaking and Listening Skills
Free English Lessons for Pashto Speakers
Free language lessons for Pashto (Pashtu) speakers learning English. Primarily for Pashto speakers who have moved to the United States or other English-speaking countries.
Free language lessons for Pashto (Pashtu) speakers learning English. Primarily for Pashto speakers who have moved to the United States or other English-speaking countries.
Mango Languages
The online language learning system that teaches real conversation skills through fun interactive lessons.
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The online language learning system that teaches real conversation skills through fun interactive lessons.
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Rosetta Stone
A language-learning resource offered in 30 world languages and broken down into 10-minute bite-sized lessons focusing on speaking and pronunciation. The Library's level one beginner access includes lessons in four categories–language basics, greetings and introductions, work and school, and shopping.
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A language-learning resource offered in 30 world languages and broken down into 10-minute bite-sized lessons focusing on speaking and pronunciation. The Library's level one beginner access includes lessons in four categories–language basics, greetings and introductions, work and school, and shopping.
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USA Learns
Video based courses with learning activities for beginning and intermediate English and Citizenship study.
Video based courses with learning activities for beginning and intermediate English and Citizenship study.
We Speak NYC
Watch, learn and practice English with video lessons, a study guide, and comprehension questions.
Watch, learn and practice English with video lessons, a study guide, and comprehension questions.
Extra Practice for English Language Learners
Free Rice
Practice English vocabulary, grammar, or math—and help the World Food Programme end hunger at the same time.
Practice English vocabulary, grammar, or math—and help the World Food Programme end hunger at the same time.
News for You Online
Easy-to-read weekly news stories including audio and interactive learning exercises. Access with password 240C14.
Easy-to-read weekly news stories including audio and interactive learning exercises. Access with password 240C14.
Test Preparation
Driver's License Practice Test
Practice test for new drivers from Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV).
Practice test for new drivers from Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV).
HiSET
Test information and study resources for Indiana's High School Equivalency, formerly the General Educational Development test (GED).
Test information and study resources for Indiana's High School Equivalency, formerly the General Educational Development test (GED).
LearningExpress Library
Organized into targeted learning centers, LearningExpress Library supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass the GED, prepare for college, join the military, obtain occupational certification, find a job, change careers, become a U.S. citizen, and much more.
Organized into targeted learning centers, LearningExpress Library supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass the GED, prepare for college, join the military, obtain occupational certification, find a job, change careers, become a U.S. citizen, and much more.
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Digital Literacy
Digital Skills Library
Free learning resources to help adult learners develop the digital skills needed to achieve their personal, civic, educational, and career goals.
Free learning resources to help adult learners develop the digital skills needed to achieve their personal, civic, educational, and career goals.
LinkedIn Learning
Learn whenever and wherever you want to with thousands of easy-to-follow video tutorials and exercise files in web development, graphic design, video production, marketing, professional development, and so much more. You must be 16 years old or older to use this resource.
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Learn whenever and wherever you want to with thousands of easy-to-follow video tutorials and exercise files in web development, graphic design, video production, marketing, professional development, and so much more. You must be 16 years old or older to use this resource.
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Northstar Digital Literacy
A basic computer skills assessment leading to continued individual online instruction and practice.
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A basic computer skills assessment leading to continued individual online instruction and practice.
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Other Resources for Adult Learners
Brainfuse HelpNow
Brainfuse HelpNow is an all-in-one suite of tutoring services designed for a wide range of academic needs—whether it’s tackling a tough homework problem, mastering a particular topic, or writing a paper. The Brainfuse full-service test center offers practice tests for all levels in math, reading, and writing as well as college preparatory tests, including the SAT. Live tutoring sessions are available daily 2–11 PM EST.
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Brainfuse HelpNow is an all-in-one suite of tutoring services designed for a wide range of academic needs—whether it’s tackling a tough homework problem, mastering a particular topic, or writing a paper. The Brainfuse full-service test center offers practice tests for all levels in math, reading, and writing as well as college preparatory tests, including the SAT. Live tutoring sessions are available daily 2–11 PM EST.
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Khan Academy
Easy-to-follow videos and practice activities on a variety of topics. Especially good for math!
Easy-to-follow videos and practice activities on a variety of topics. Especially good for math!
MedLinePlus
Watch videos and use interactive tutorials to learn about a variety of health topics. Check your health with calculators and quizzes.
Watch videos and use interactive tutorials to learn about a variety of health topics. Check your health with calculators and quizzes.
