Welcome, English learners! This page will help you find programs and resources for learning English, preparing for the U.S. citizenship test and more. The staff at your local library is also happy to help; and our catalog features many items that you can check out.
Our top English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) programs are:
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HelpNow: An array of tutoring services designed for students of any age, including assistance with reading, writing and citizenship test preparation. HelpNow services include expert academic tutoring and self-study tools to empower users to study at their own pace or collaborate with peers and teachers. A 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 is available seven days a week from 2 to 11 p.m.
JobNow: A suite of services that features a Foreign Language Lab and Spanish-speaking support. Users may access live, on-demand assistance from expert Job Coaches for assistance with interview preparation, resume creation, or job searching. Live assistance is available seven days a week, 2 to 11 p.m.
Download or stream eBooks, comics, music and movies straight to your tablet or smartphone. Enjoy them as often as you like during the borrowing periods. There are also a great collection of items for ESL students.
Download app: Google Play | Apple App Store | Amazon. Also on Chromecast, Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV and Roku.
You can watch up to 10 movies per month with this streaming video service. You also get unlimited access to The Great Courses.
Download app: Google Play | Apple App Store.
Also on Apple TV, Roku, Chromecast, Android TV and Fire TV.
Our most popular way to download eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines. Pick from thousands of bestsellers and new releases for adults, teens, kids and ESL students. Plus, foreign language collections: Spanish | Hindi | Chinese
Download app: Google Play | Apple App Store | Amazon Kindle
Formerly Lynda.com, this service has thousands of classes to advance both professional and personal interests. Sign in and search for the classes listed below.
Download app: Google Play; Apple App Store (Library ID: loudounlibrary)
A new database of over 2,000 digital books in World Languages, that allows kids to enjoy the magic of books in LOTE (Languages Other Than English). Each book also comes with English translations to help kids learn languages.
Basic or complete online instruction in dozens of languages, including English for speakers of other languages.
Download app: Google Play | Apple App Store
For language learners looking to build their vocabulary and practice their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Courses and supplemental resources available in over 110 languages. This service be accessed on almost any device.
This educational service offers over 600 online courses. Sign in here and search for the classes listed below.
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