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Online Resources - Testing/Education

Practice tests and study guides for standardized tests, skill building, financial aid, information on colleges and schools, and information on choosing the right school.

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Reference Librarian

Patty Crane

Reference Desk Telephone

417-624-5465

Reference Databases

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Connect from computers outside Joplin Public Library. Connect from computers inside Joplin Public Library. ERIC
The Education Resource Information Center provides citations to education literature and resources.
Connect from computers outside Joplin Public Library. Connect from computers inside Joplin Public Library. Learning Express Library
A Library of test preparation materials and interactive practice exams based on official tests including the GED, ACT, ASVAB, Advanced Placement, and GRE. Users get immediate scoring, complete answer explanations, and an individualized analysis of results. Users must have a Joplin Public Library library card. Tests can be taken from any PC connected to the Internet. For more information call or stop by the Reference Desk.
Connect from computers outside Joplin Public Library Connect via computers inside Joplin Public Library Mango
Language learning software for Spanish, French, German, Hebrew, Chinese, and Japanese. Mango Languages has generously offered us the use of their premier language learning database for the next year for these 6 languages.
Connect from computers outside Joplin Public Library. Connect from computers inside Joplin Public Library. Professional Development Collection
AProfessional Development Collection™ includes full text for nearly 520 high-quality education journals.

 

Web Sites

College Scholarships, Colleges, and Online Degrees
Search for scholarships and financial aid, contact information for college and university admissions offices, and information on graduate programs, community colleges, historically African-American colleges, and campus life.

Education Portal
Guide to undergraduate and graduate degrees, online education degree programs, and career education.

FastWeb
Information on scholarships, colleges, internships for students, and part-time jobs for students.

Federal Student Aid
Apply for federal student aid online, get help with preparing for college, choosing a college and with applying for admission.

United States Department of Education
Website of the U.S. Department of Education with help for students, parents, teacher, and administrators.