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LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
Learn relevant, professional skills on LinkedIn Learning. With your Avon Library card number and PIN, you can access more than 16,000 online courses in seven languages taught by expert instructors with real world experience. Popular topics include leadership, project management, cloud computing, Microsoft products, and web development.
For PIN problems or other technical support, call the reference desk at 860-673-9712 x4.
App available: LinkedIn Learning is available in the App Store for both Android and iOS devices. Download those from the Google Play or App Store.
When using an app, you will be prompted for your library ID. The library ID for Avon Free Public Library is afpl.
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Udemy
Udemy is an online learning platform for adults who want to improve work-related skills or further develop a personal interest. Users can search through thousands of continuously updated, on-demand video courses across 75 categories in business, technology, design, and more, including courses taught by native speakers in 12 languages. All courses are taught by world-class instructors and offer a tailor-made learning experience for those who want to learn new technologies and skills to stay competitive in a changing workforce.
The first time you use Udemy, you will need to create an account. If prompted, enter your Avon Library barcode and then click Sign in/Create an Udemy Account. Scroll to the bottom of that page and select Sign up to create your account.
Click here for a PDF overview of creating your account and accessing Udemy’s content.
Udemy is available to Avon Library cardholders thanks to a generous grant from PeoplesBank.
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