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For job seekers
Creating a resume
Not computer-savvy? Start here: *Free* resume builder
- Creating a Resume
Learn how to create and edit resumes in Microsoft Word. - Cover Letter writing tips
- How to write a resume with no experience
- How to list references on a resume
- How to write an ATS resume
Modern jobseekers should create their resumes with the filtering of an ATS in mind. An applicant tracking system (ATS) is a software employers use to manage the entire application process. Learn about how you can make sure your resume doesn't get filtered out!
Finding/applying for jobs
- CareerOne Stop
This website can help you explore careers, find training, do a job search, and get local help. Resources for offers help to audiences ranging from entry-level worker to veteran to worker with a criminal conviction. A nice tool allows you to search occupations by geographic location to find job requirements, salary information, and projected employment needs. - How to search for jobs
Learn the basics of looking for a job online. - Job Search Tutorials from GCFLearnFree
The page provides free tutorials on job search strategies, resume writing, job applications, interview skills and many technology subjects. - Online Tools for Job Searching
This is a large list of web-based tools from the Department of Labor that provide resources for unemployed workers, job seekers, and career counseling professionals.
For learners of all ages
Grow your tech skills
- GCFGlobal Beginner's Tech Lessons
Intimidated by computers? New to email or the web? Want to stay safe online or understand how your operating system works? Learn all of this and more in GCF's Technology section. - Learn My Way
Learn how to use the internet with free courses. Topics include the basics of using your computer, internet skills like using email and searching for jobs, and much more.
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Investigate current topics of interest
Anti-Racism
- 75 Things White People Can Do for Racial Justice
- Anti-Racism Project
- The Brown Bookshelf
- Coretta Scott King Book Awards
- Desmond Tutu Peace Lab Center at Butler University: Statement and Resources
- Embrace Race
- Hoopla: Conversations on Race – Books for Adults
- Kanopy: Anti-racism films and documentaries
- The National Museum of African American History and Culture: Talking About Race
- Overdrive: Anti-Racism Reading
- Project Ready: Reimagining Equity and Access for Diverse Youth
- ProQuest Database: Black Freedom Struggle in the United States
- Raising Race Conscious Children
- Resources for White People to Learn and Talk About Race and Racism
- TED: Talks to Help You Understand Racism in America
- We Need Diverse Books
- Zinn Education Project
COVID-19
- *NEW* Create a COVID-19 Time Capsule for Your Family
- National Updates from the CDC
- Statewide Indiana Updates and Indiana COVID-19 Resource Hub
- Local updates from the MoCo Health Department
- CDPL and Carnegie Museum updates
- CDPL Safety Measures Plan
- Distant, Together: A Covid-19 discussion with Dr. Scott Douglas, presented by the League of Women Voters of Montgomery County
American Protests
- City of Hope: Resurrection City and the 1968 Poor People’s Campaign Poster Exhibition
- John Lewis’ Storied History of Causing ‘Good Trouble’
- National Portrait Gallery Website Search: Protest
- Remembering Congressman John R. Lewis
- Smithsonian American Woman’s History Initiative
- Viral Histories: Stories of Racism, Resilience, and Resistance in Asian American Communities
Learn something new
- ArtBar
Activity guide for children and families in quarantine - *NEW* DK Home Learning for Kids
- Google Arts & Culture Collections
Explore over 1,000 museums worldwide! - Khan Academy
Hundreds of free courses. - PBS LearningMedia
WFYI and PBS have curated FREE, standards-aligned videos, interactives, lesson plans, and more - all tailored for students in Indiana. - *NEW* Math in Music
- *NEW* Mystery Science Lessons for K-5
- National Library of Medicine: All of Us Research Program
The National Library of Medicine has a selection of Citizen Science projects you can participate in this month while staying safe and practicing social distancing. Gather information on light pollution, take pictures of changing nature and submit them to the NLM, or take part in one of many other activities! - *NEW* National Park Tours
- *NEW* Road Trip from Home: Virtual Field Trips!
This wonderful list of websites will show you different parts of the world, famous landmarks, beautiful works of art, historic marvels, science adventures and so much more. Shoutout to Alex, Amy and GG for finding this excellent list! - *NEW* Scratch: Creative Coding Games from MIT
- TEDEd
TED-Ed is TED’s youth and education initiative. Content includes a growing library of original animated videos and interactive lessons created by an international network of teachers. - Virtual Field Trips
A list of free online field trips - *NEW* Virtual Museum Resources
- Zooniverse
Volunteer for one of Zooniverse's amazing citizen science projects. Projects include a diverse range of topics, including identifying photographs of wildlife, examining maps to count the number of penguins in a given area, helping to classify the early sounds that human babies make, or transcribing historical documents like the military records of African American Civil War soldiers!
Move, watch, and have fun
- *NEW* Artsonia After School Art Club
The Artsonia After School Art Club is an easy way for kids to take creativity into their own hands! Thanks to some rock-star art teachers from around the country, this offers great “how-to” art project videos for kids to try at home. Most of the projects will take about 10-15 minutes to complete and no fancy art supplies are required. - *NEW* Birdfeeder Cam at Cornell’s Lab of Ornithology
- The Fitness Marshall
Free online dance fitness videos to get you moving! - *NEW* Free musicals and plays
- GoNoodle: Get Moving!|
A Youtube channel dedicated to providing free, fun videos that encourage movement and activity while watching them. Missing Wiggle 'n Giggle? This will make you smile! - *NEW* Guide to Ergonomics
- *NEW* Harry Potter at Home
With her readers confined due to COVID-19, J.K. Rowling has launched a new online service: Harry Potter at Home. On the digital hub, readers of all ages and their families can access Harry Potter-related activities and free downloads. Crafts, quizzes and other activities will be available on the hub and through an associated newsletter, all to be updated weekly on “Wizarding Wednesdays.” - Meditation and Mindfulness Guided Practices from UCLA
- Printable coloring pages for adults and kids
- *NEW* San Diego Zoo Live Cams
For readers
Discover book suggestions
Explore reading resources
- Audible Stories
"Starting today, kids everywhere can instantly stream an incredible collection of stories, including titles across six different languages, that will help them continue dreaming, learning, and just being kids. All stories are free to stream on your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet." - *NEW* Goodnight with Dolly
- *NEW* Harry Potter at Home
With her readers confined due to COVID-19, J.K. Rowling has launched a new online service: Harry Potter at Home. On the digital hub, readers of all ages and their families can access Harry Potter-related activities and free downloads. Crafts, quizzes and other activities will be available on the hub and through an associated newsletter, all to be updated weekly on “Wizarding Wednesdays.” - *NEW* Levar Burton Reads
- Storyline Online
Storyline Online, streams videos featuring celebrated actors reading children’s books alongside creatively produced illustrations. Readers include Viola Davis, Chris Pine, Lily Tomlin, Kevin Costner, Annette Bening, James Earl Jones, Betty White and dozens more. - Tumble Books of the Day
"Provides free daily content for families, schools and public libraries in order to promote literacy and a love of reading. Includes a Book of the Day, Math Book of the Day, Game of the Day and Spanish Book of the Day."