Coursera
Online Courses
Content added June 12, 2024
Coursera is the global online learning platform that offers anyone, anywhere access to online courses and degrees from world-class universities and companies. Coursera partners with more than 275 leading universities and companies to bring flexible, affordable, job-relevant online learning to individuals and organizations worldwide. We offer a range of learning opportunities—from hands-on projects and courses to job-ready certificates and degree programs.
Brainfuse - Daniel Boone Regional Library
Free Online Tutoring and Job Help
Content added Jan. 26, 2024
The Daniel Boone Regional Library has subscribed to Brainfuse to offer live online academic and career help. One-on-one tutors and job coaches are available daily from 2-11 p.m. These services are available for free to library cardholders living in the DBRL service area. Don’t have a library card? Apply for a free library card. These services also offer always-available resources, including 24/7 question centers, videos and other interactive tools.
HelpNow Provides free online tutoring and academic help for elementary through college students.
Adult Learning Center Offers many of the same features as HelpNow, but for adult learners.
Job Now Provides free online help for job seekers of all ages.
Vet Now Offers free online resources, benefit information and job assistance for veterans.
The Excel Center- High School Diploma Program
Content updated April 23, 2024
The Excel Center is a free adult high school for those 21 and older who want to earn their high school diploma. Open year round, the Excel Center offers day and evening courses to help balance work and class schedules. Apply online.
101 N 4th St.
Columbia, MO 65201
Mike Reynolds Director: mreynolds@mogoodwillexcel.org
Universal Class
Offers over 500 online continuing education courses taught by real instructors. You have 24/7 access which allows you to study at your convenience. A variety of coursed are offered for fun and enrichment, and for skill and career building. You will need a Daniel Boone Regional Library card to access this site.
Transparent Language Online
This site gives you the tools to learn 80 languages as well as English for non-native speakers. You will need a Daniel Boone Regional Library card to access this site.
Lynda.com
Lynda.com is an online educational tool that offers over 300 learning paths in 11 different career fields including business, marketing, IT, design, photography, audio, and more. All classes are taught by experts and are self-paced for beginners through advanced learners. You will need a Daniel Boone Regional Library card to access this site for free.
LearningExpress Library
Updated on: October 11, 2023
Test preparation materials are available for elementary through adult learners. Test prep includes ACT, ASVAB, civil service, cosmetology, EMS, firefighter, GED, GMAT, GRE, law enforcement, paramedic, PPST, real estate, SAT, US citizenship and more. Update your math and English skills or take computer classes. You will need a Daniel Boone Regional Library card to access this site.
Modern States - AP and CLEP Courses
Modern States has partnered with edX, an online education platform, to make college more accessible for all. The courses they offer are geared to prepare the student to take the AP or CLEP exam in order to acquire college credit. The classes are free and through Modern States, after the completion of the course, you can obtain a voucher that will pay for the testing fee.