Research and Learn
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has the tools you need for any research or informational need. The Library provides free access to newspaper and magazine articles, homework help, genealogy, job and career help, financial resources, and more. These resources help you find quality materials that you can trust.
Please note, some resources require your library card or ONE Access ID number and PIN to access resources outside the Library.
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Digital Public Library of America (DPLA)
The Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) provides access to millions of photographs, manuscripts, books, sounds, moving images and more. These resources come from libraries, archives, and museums across the United States. You will find primary sources to use in school projects, academic research, family history research, and more.
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DigitalLearn from PLA
An online hub for digital literacy training from the Public Library Assoication. If you are new to computers, these short videos will help you get started. Courses on using computers and mobile devices, email, creating a resume, online shopping, and more are available. All video courses include downloadable texts to accompany the material. Spanish translations available.
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Driving Test Prep
Free practice tests for the North Carolina DMV Permit, Road Sign test, NC DMV Motorcycle test, and access to the NC Driver's Handbook in English and Spanish.
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Earth, Atmospheric & Aquatic Science Database (ProQuest)
The Earth, Atmospheric & Aquatic Science Database contains full-text titles from around the world, including scholarly journals, trade and industry journals, magazines, technical reports, conference proceedings, and government publications. It provides coverage of Climatology, Conservation, Environment, Geology, Forecasting, Meteorology, Oceanography, Weather and more.
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Ebook Central Academic and Public Library Complete
Ebook Central Academic & Public Library Complete offers scholarly e-book titles supporting student and faculty research, and general nonfiction on topics such as school & studying, career development, arts & leisure, and practical life skills.
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EBSCOhost ebook Collection
EBSCOhost eBook collection is a diverse collection of e-books on topics ranging from business & economics and computer science to home & garden and study aids. The Library also has a large e-book library for customers interested in non-profit resources.
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Education Database (ProQuest)
Research on primary, secondary, and higher education, as well as special education, home schooling, adult education, and hundreds of related topics.
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eLibrary
This easy-to-use curriculum and reference resource delivers one of the largest general reference collections of periodical and digital media content designed specifically for schools and libraries of all kinds, as well as additional subject-based material.
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Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos
Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos es la herramienta de referencia en español para principiantes. Busque por palabra clave o busque artículos. Cada artículo ofrece una función bilingüe que le permite cambiar entre el contenido en español e inglés. Periódicos del Mundo Hispánico presenta enlaces web a periódicos de países de habla hispana en todo el mundo. El Diccionario Visual lo ayudará a aclarar el significado de las palabras y comprender temas visuales complejos en español e inglés. Mundo de Animales le permite comparar animales y ver una extensa colección de datos de animales, videos, imágenes y enlaces web.
Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos is the beginner's Spanish language reference tool. Search by keyword or browse for articles. Every article provides a bilingual feature which allows you to switch between Spanish and English content. Periodicos del Mundo Hispanico features web links to newspapers from Spanish-speaking countries around the world. The Diccionario Visual (or Visual Dictionary) helps you clarify word meanings and grasp complex visual topics in Spanish and English. Mundo de Animales (World of Animals) lets you compare animals side by side and view an extensive collection of animal facts, videos, images, and web links.
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Entrepreneurship Database (ProQuest)
Information for entrepreneurs and researchers that includes business start-up plans, video clips, journals, business cases, and more.
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