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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North Carolina Center for the Nonprofits
Since 1990, the N.C. Center for Nonprofits has been a statewide network for nonprofit boards and staffs, an information center on effective organizational practices, and an advocate for the nonprofit sector as a whole.
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North Carolina General Statutes
The North Carolina General Statutes via the website of the North Carolina General Assembly.
DISCLAIMER: While every effort was made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the statutes available on the North Carolina General Assembly's web site, the North Carolina General Assembly will not be responsible for any errors or omissions which may occur in these files.
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North Carolina Library for the Blind
The North Carolina Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NCLBPH) is a special public library that circulates books and magazines especially made for persons who cannot use regular printed material because of a visual or physical disability.
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North Carolina Newspapers (Newsbank)
Explore and stay informed on local and national topics, people and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues and more. Features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources from North Carolina, including The News & Observer (Raleigh), Hickory Daily Record (Hickory), News & Record (Greensboro), The Herald-Sun (Durham) and more. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.
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North Carolina State Government Publications
Created and maintained by the State Library of North Carolina this digital collection contains current and historical North Carolina state publications including informational brochures and pamphlets, various reports (annual, biennial, technical, statistical, etc.), serials (newsletters, checklists, magazines, etc.), handbooks, studies, and a variety of other information resources produced by North Carolina state government. (2002-current).
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Northstar Digital Literacy
Find out what computer skills you have and which ones you need to improve with Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment. This resource provides interactive online assessments* to help individuals master computer skills such as using email, navigating the internet, and basic proficiency with Windows, Mac OS, as well as Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Gain the tools you need to navigate technology in your daily life with assessments on topics such as Social Media, Telehealth, Your Digital Footprint, Supporting K-12 Distance Learning, and Career Search Skills. Certifications and digital badges are awarded when a proctored assessment is completed during a virtual library proctored assessment session. Certificates earned from Northstar assessments allow learners to demonstrate digital competency with potential employers. Utilize this resource to gain the digital skills needed to use a computer and the internet in daily life, employment, and higher education.
Visit the Digital Branch Northstar Information page to learn more.
*Practice lessons available for most topics
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NoveList Plus
NoveList provides reading recommendations for fiction and nonfiction materials for adults, teens, tweens (ages 9-12) and children (ages 0-8). Also includes Feature Articles, Book Discussion Guides, and BookTalks.
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Nursing and Allied Health Database (ProQuest)
Journals and dissertations covering nursing, allied health, and alternative and complementary medicine.
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O'Reilly for Public Libraries
The O’Reilly for Public Libraries Complete subscription includes more than 43,000 books and 30,000 hours of video in areas such as information technology and software; business; digital media; professional and personal development; and desktop and web applications.
Tips to get the best experience from O’Reilly for Public Libraries:
- O’Reilly E-books are always available for streaming on your computer or mobile device with an internet connection. Downloading for offline viewing is not available at this time.
- Screenshot or record where you leave off when using O’Reilly for Public Libraries. The resource doesn’t allow for personal accounts so it will not save your work or place in a book.
For more insider information, read this blog.
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Open Education North Carolina Collection
Open Education North Carolina Collection contains free, open textbooks that have been curated for the most frequently taught courses across North Carolina's 2 and 4-year colleges and universities.
Open Education North Carolina Collection contains free, open textbooks that have been curated for the most frequently taught courses across North Carolina's 2 and 4-year colleges and universities. Faculty can adopt these Open Education Resources to save their students money and lower the overall cost of higher education.
There are four curated collections available: STEM, Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences, and Business. Open the curated collection you are interested in to view textbooks available. You can search resources by keywords or use the filters on the left side of the page. Click on a title to display the description and view the textbook. Textbooks can be viewed online without an account. If you would like to highlight passages or add notes about the textbooks, you will need to create a free account. Information on creating an account is here.
Information and help for Open Education North Carolina can be found here.
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