Learning Resources

Services

Adult Learning Resources

The VCPL offers a collection of specific materials for adults working toward literacy and specific educational goals. Skill-building materials are available for loan or on-site use and include:

  • Books and study guides for math, writing, the high school equivalency test, Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), citizenship, and English language literacy. Ask a librarian for help to find the right materials for you.
  • The VCPL’s online offerings for continuing education and technology skills include instructor-led courses through LinkedIn Learning, Indiana DMV Permit Tests, Job and Career Accelerator, Learning Express Library, and Rosetta Stone.
  • Exam proctoring services for distance education students. Contact the Adult Services Manager, Carrie Sisk (812.232.1113 x 2001 or email csisk@vigolibrary.org) to schedule.

Youth Learning Resources

The VCPL also provides resources for early literacy and learning enrichment.

  • Learn through play at each library location with kid-friendly play areas.
  • Join the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program to log your reading activities and earn prizes for each 100 books read.
  • Create an ABCMouse.com account to continue the learning from home on a computer or tablet.
  • Attend a Library program at any of our locations. We have offerings for all ages from baby to teenagers.
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ESL at VCPL

The VCPL offers a free English as a Second Language (ESL) conversational program. The VCPL ESL service is available for Vigo County’s adult, pre-college level English language learners, who are residents and long-term visitors.

Adult ESL Learners

The Women’s Conversation Group, a large group class, meets every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. It is a multi-leveled group. Instruction is provided by a qualified staff member. Some literacy-focused topics include: everyday conversation, health, technology, popular culture, the environment, social justice issues, cross- cultural exchange, and visual arts, and navigating local healthcare and school systems. Pre-registration is not required, but is restricted to women only, due to cultural reasons.

The VCPL also has a collection of books and CDs for improving English language skills. ESL learners can also use Rosetta Stone and LinkedIn Learning for help with English grammar and writing. Ask a librarian how to access these materials.

ELL at VCSC

The Vigo County School Corporation Adult Education Department offers ELL (English Language Learners) classes at no cost to participants. For more information and to register for a class, please call 812.462.4070 or visit vigocounty.adulted.us.

 

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