Under Job Search and Workplace Skills I got way sidetracked...because I was amazed at the range of topics and the detail that each course goes into. I see this as an excellent resource for our patrons that have not had to look for a new job in awhile (or students who have never looked for a job before). The courses are very easy to follow along and would not intimidate anyone who has not taken an online courses before. I looked at
" Determining What You Want from Your Career " The course took you through Sample Actions Plans, and was very detailed in helping define exactly what a person wants out of a perspective job and what types of jobs would best suit for their personality/preferences etc. While I was exploring, I kept thinking this is an excellent place for anyone who has recently lost their job, or is unhappy with their current career and is saying to themselves "Now what???"
I also looked at “Creating Great Cover Letters" I really thought it was full of great ideas and reminders for anyone who is on the hunt for a job. Again, the details that they go over may seem like common sense to some but are excellent reminders to most people who have never made a resume or cover letter or those who have not done it in a long time. It never hurts to go over this type of information, mistakes, even minor ones on a cover letter and resume could prevent people from getting their desired job.
I typed in "Reading Skills" in the search box and came across an ebook titled " Read Better. Remember more" . I though "this looks interesting but how long would it take to load an ebook to my not so updated PC"- But before I could talk myself out of it I found my finger clicking yes and I was pleasantly surprised to find that the ebook came up in adobe formant very quickly! I will not let my fear of waiting for a long time to download discourage me from looking at more ebooks on Learning Express Library in the future.
You have done a wonderful job of explaining the treasures in Learning Express and will now be a great resource for your patrons! Thanks for your comments.
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