A library card is required to access some services that the Library subscribes to, so have your card handy just in case. Getting a library card is free at your Library. Simply bring in a photo ID and a piece of mail with your current local address.
Peterson’s Test Prep Prepare for standardized tests with Peterson’s Test Prep. This valuable resource includes full-length practice tests for GED, SAT, ACT, AP, PSAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, TOEFL, U.S. citizenship, and more. It offers information on undergraduate and graduate programs and tuition and scholarship assistance, as well as a resume builder and interviewing advice. Whether you’re a student planning for college or a professional embarking on a new career path, Peterson’s Test Prep can help you along the way.
COMPUTER LEARNING
Here at the Library we have Tech Coaches, members of staff with the skills and experience to help you expand your computer skills. Click HERE or call the reference desk for more information: 607-329-1758, x502.
We have some very useful resources for computers and software, for beginners to advanced users. For beginners we have Digital Learn and GFC Global.
Both are self-guided websites that provide step-by-step learning of computer fundamentals, no Library card needed. For Advanced Users who want to delve deeply into software, as well as other subjects, we have LinkedIn Learning.
LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
LinkedIn Learning is one of the leading learning resources on the internet. With thousands of hours of videos in hundreds of different subjects by recognized expert instructors, you can learn almost anything, all at your own pace, any time you want. You’ll have access to all of the classes on LinkedIn Learning, and you can watch the instructional videos as often as you like. You will need a Library card from the Southeast Steuben County Library to use this resource.
MANGO LANGUAGES
Learn Italian, French, Mandarin, even English! Course for over 70 languages are available. You will need a Library card from the Southeast Steuben County Library to use this resource.
HERITAGEQUEST ONLINE
Genealogical search resource. Includes scanned Census data 1790- 1940, Freedman’s Bank data, U.S. Serial Set and more. Funded with a generous grant from The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes.
You will need a Library card from the Southeast Steuben County Library to use this resource.
When the HeritageQuest landing page asks you to “please enter the barcode or ID assigned to you by your institution” it means the 13 digit number on the back of your Library card.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO FIND MORE DATABASES AND RESOURCES?
The Southern Tier Library System (STLS), of which we are a member, has over 40 databases and other research resources available for our patrons to use. You may need your library cards to access some of these resources, so have it handy.
Find the complete list of STLS databases & research resources here.