The library provides access to online courses and tutoring in a variety of subjects including business, foreign languages, math, science, technology, and writing.
Lynda.com
Leading online learning platform covering business, technology and creative skills. Users accessing the services from the mobile app should select “Already a Member?” Then switch to the Organization tab. From there, scroll down to “Web Portal” and input cosmos.somd.lib.md.us. Once inside the portal, enter your library card number and PIN.
Mango Languages
Instruction in foreign languages, including Arabic, Chinese, ESL, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish and many more.
HelpNow! Tutoring Service
Online tutors are available Mon – Sun 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm. for assistance and skill-building in core subjects for students in grades 3-12. All online tutors are trained and certified by Brainfuse, and are based in the United States. Each tutor is cleared with a thorough background and reference check, and must have a four-year degree and prior teaching or tutoring experience.
Driving-Tests.org
Free MD MVA permit practice tests.
Master the ASVAB
Test-taking tips, diagnostic tests, review and five practice exams with answers
Career Help
GED, citizenship, resume help and other job resources
LearningExpress Library
Practice exams for military, academic, civil service and licensing/certification exams
Lynda.com
Leading online learning platform covering business, technology and creative skills. Users accessing the services from the mobile app should select “Already a Member?” Then switch to the Organization tab. From there, scroll down to “Web Portal” and input cosmos.somd.lib.md.us. Once inside the portal, enter your library card number and PIN.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Information about hundreds of different types of jobs from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.