Tagged Digital Learning
Tech Talk: Digital Skills Classes for Adults
In partnership with Temple University College of Education and Human Development, the Free Library of Philadelphia is excited to announce a new free digital learning series: Tech Talk: Digital Skills for Adult Learners . The…
World Book Online is Now Even Better!
World Book Online is a great resource for children and teens. If you want to go directly to one of the four modules on our database page, now you can! You can find biographies of notable people such as congressman and civic…
Celebrate Digital Learning with the Free Library's Resource Database
The last Thursday of February each year is known as Digital Learning Day — a day dedicated to innovative, future-focused education that utilizes technology. At the Free Library, patrons can access free online…
Online Resources for Learners of All Ages
Looking for learning resources to help you and your family prepare for kindergarten, conquer the back-to-school routine, or explore a new adult learning path? The Free Library has plenty to offer, and we’re excited to share…
Free Library of Philadelphia Database Updates
We are very proud of our electronic resources, also known as databases, and want to update you on some changes. As of August 1, 2023, POWER Library Pennsylvania's Electronic Library will no longer subscribe to some databases,…
Work Towards a New Career with Virtual Career Workshops!
It's that time of year where staying warm in the comfort of your home sounds so nice. Why not work on getting your next job or learning a new skill from the comfort of your home! Check out upcoming virtual career workshops…
Fall into a new Career with Virtual Career Workshops at the Free Library of Philadelphia!
Have you been meaning to revise your resume, but are not sure how to get started? Would you like to learn new skills to conquer your next job interview? Are you interested in making your LinkedIn profile stand…
Find free or low-cost laptops and computers
by Spencer Duncan, Digital Equity Vista at the Office of Innovation and Technology Helping Philadelphians get access to devices is a key goal in Philadelphia’s Digital Equity Plan . Experts say that “insufficient access to…
Back to School Resources for Students, Families, and Teachers
Many students, parents, caregivers, and teachers are wondering what the upcoming school year is going to look like. The Free Library is here to help you! Back to School Basics The first day of classes for Philadelphia School…
Become a Tutor for Adult Learners
by Mishelle Mironov, Intern, Languages & Learning Center Have you always wanted to make a difference in someone’s life? Have you wanted to use your knowledge and experience to give back to the Philadelphia community? Then…
Take a GED® or HiSET® Preparation Course with the Free Library
Have you been thinking about returning to school to obtain your high school diploma? Whether you want to qualify for a higher-paying job, get a promotion, continue your education, or simply fulfill a personal goal—…
Business Librarian and Business Owner: Business Plans Made Easy with Gale Business Plan Builder
Have you ever wished you could find a resource that would practically write your business plan for you? Well, your wish has come true! Gale Small Business Builder is a step-by-step online planning tool for starting, managing, and…
Baking with Becca: Cooking Outside the Box... with Apples
Becca at Whitman Library Today at Whitman Library we are baking Apple Yogurt Cake with a Cinnamon Streusel in the middle and on top! Being a baker, I had to start with my strengths. The community box that I got from Christ Church South…
Need Internet Access and Technology Support? Call a Digital Navigator Today!
by Labonno Islam (Digital Engagement & Communications Specialist) and Juliet Fink Yates (Digital Inclusion Fellow), City of Philadelphia Office of Innovation and Technology In June of 2020, with the COVID-19 pandemic shutting…
There’s Always Something New to Discover at the Free Library!
The first Saturday of February is Take Your Child to the Library Day! This holiday , invented by two librarians, encourages families to make a trip to their neighborhood library with their young learners leading the way. As an added…
Using the City's Online Maps to Find Free Food Distribution and COVID-19 Testing Sites
As COVID-19 cases surge in our city, Philadelphia health officials have announced a new Safer at Home plan, which aims to limit the spread of this virus through this difficult period. Vaccines for COVID-19 are currently under…
New Virtual Career Workshops
Have you been meaning to revise your resume, but are not sure how to get started? Would you like to learn new skills to conquer your next job interview? Are you interested in making your LinkedIn profile stand out? Check…
Working Remotely? Ask Lynda!
COVID-19 has changed the way we perform on the job. For several months, the silence of everyday life has transformed the way we interact, at all levels, and in our community. Now, our home is not only a family space, but also a virtual…
Philadelphia History from Home: Digital Access to Primary Sources
You may have heard the recent news that Free Library cardholders now have access to ProQuest’s Historical Black Newspapers , featuring coverage of The Philadelphia Tribune (the oldest continuously-published Black daily!) from…
Meet Your Library Staff: Jamie Bowers - eResources Librarian
As part of our ongoing series of blog posts highlighting our awesome staff throughout the Free Library of Philadelphia, today we take some time to speak with Jamie Bowers, an eResources Librarian. What is your role with the Free Library…