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LearningExpressLibrary offers online courses and practice exams to help you improve your reading, writing, and math skills. Learn new skills or prepare for the GED or a work-related exam.
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Featured Chicago Public Library Collections
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Most library locations have a separate Literacy Collection which includes books, CDs, and DVDs designed to help people learn to read and write or improve their reading and writing. Larger collections, such as that of the Literature and Language Department of the Harold Washington Library Center, also offer easy readers, including classics re-written at a lower reading level.
Helpful Websites
- Illinois LINCS »
The Illinois LINCS website offers a list of Illinois organizations that offer adult reading instruction, a referral hotline, and resources. Sponsored by the Illinois State Library Literacy Office.
- City Colleges of Chicago: Academic Programs »
The City Colleges of Chicago offer adult basic education courses for persons wanting to improve their reading, writing, and math skills as well as courses for those preparing to take the GED. Courses are free of charge to Illinois residents.
- Literacy Volunteers of Illinois »
Literacy Volunteers of Illinois supports local volunteer literacy programs through referrals and training.
- National Institute for Literacy »
The National Institute for Literacy offers numerous resources for those teaching adults to read. Find guides, directories, FAQs, facts and statistics, training materials, and more.