Research Guides: College and Career Readiness: Test Preparation, Language and Literacy Resources

Basic Skills, High School, College Prep, ESoL & Citizenship

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LearningExpress Library Complete and PrepSTEP This link opens in a new window
Practice tests, interactive tutorials, and ebooks for students adult learners. Includes practices tests such as GED, GRE, SAT, TEAS, and supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass a high school equivalency test, prepare for college, join the military, obtain occupational certification, find a job, change careers, become a U.S. citizen and much more. Provided by NC LIVE.
Transparent Language Online This link opens in a new window
Transparent Language Online provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language. Combining robust courses, supplemental vocabulary, extensive grammar resources, and mobile apps, Transparent Language Online is the most complete language-learning system. With over 110 languages to choose from, including English for speakers of over 30 languages, there is something for every learner. Provided by NC LIVE.

GCF Global
Free, online learning opportunities, with lessons on technology, literacy, and many other subjects.

Dogwood Digital Library This link opens in a new window
Check out the new Careers, Studying, and Testing collection for loads of helpful resources!

Adult Core Skills
This section includes the following modules: Build Your Math Skills, Become a Better Reader, Improve Your Writing, Speaking, and Grammar, and Become a U.S. Citizen.
Basic Computer Skills
This section includes the following modules: Computer Basics, Internet Basics, and Microsoft Office Basics.
Career Preparation
This section includes the following modules:
Learn about a Career, Build Workplace Skills, Prepare for the Air Traffic Controller Exam, Prepare for Allied Health and Social Worker Exams, Prepare for Civil Service Exams, Prepare for Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Exams, Prepare for Cosmetology Exams, Prepare for Hospitality Exams, Prepare for Electrician and Plumbing Exams, Prepare for Emergency Medical Services and Firefighting Exams, Prepare for Law Enforcement Exams, Prepare for Military Exams, Prepare for Nursing Exams, Prepare for Real Estate Exams, Prepare for Teaching Exams, Prepare for the WorkKeys® Assessments, and Prepare for the TOEIC®.
College Students
This section includes the following modules:
Math Skills Review, Reading Skills Review, Grammar and Writing Skills Review, Science Skills Review, Prepare for Graduate School Admissions Exams, Prepare for College Placement Exams, Prepare for CLEP® and DSST® Exams, Search for Schools and Scholarships, and College Success Skills.
DigitalLearn
Tutorials on building computer-based and other digital literacy skills.
Digital SkillUp
Courses in digital literacy designed to build familiarity with emerging technologies.
High School Equivalency Center
This section includes the following modules:
Are You Ready?, Build Your Basic Skills, Prepare for the GED® Test, GED® en Español, Prepare for the HiSET®.
Prepare for College
This section includes the following modules:
Explore College, Guided ACT® Course, Guided Digital SAT® Course, Get Ready for the PSAT®, Get Ready for AP® Tests, Get Ready for the TOEFL iBT®, Get Ready for the IELTS™, and Get Ready for College Placement Tests.

Adult Literacy Resources

ALA Advocacy
Literacy is one of ALA's key action areas. This page includes literacy advocacy resources, adult literacy toolkits, opportunities to get involved in the work, and selected ALA policy and statements on lifelong literacy.
ALA Literacy Clearinghouse
This site brings together resources from across ALA that promote literacy across the lifespan.
LINCS Learner Center
Provides a variety of resources for adult learners across multiple subjects and disciplines.