NSW.NET - Tutorials https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/content/tutorials en ClarityEnglish https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/clarityenglish ClarityEnglish offer high-quality online programs for improving English Language Skills – from the new version of Clear Pronunciation 1, featuring Australian accents, to programs on developing study skills, or all aspects of writing, you will find fantastic options to support English learners at all levels. Several of the ClarityEnglish programs address fundamental English learning skills, ideal for the library setting Clear Pronunciation 1  Clear Pronunciation 2   Practical Writing  Tense Buster  Active Reading  Study Skills Success  Mon, 06 Jun 2022 02:03:47 +0000 Ross.Balharrie 2185 at https://www.nswnet.net https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/clarityenglish#comments Infobase Learning Cloud https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/infobase-learning-cloud The Infobase Learning Cloud delivers hundreds of training solutions designed to meet the unique needs of library. By providing usersthe resources they need to be confident and successful with unlimited access to our vast digital learning library, you can transform teaching and learning through focused professional development, training, upskilling, and personalized learning. Professionalscan earn professional development credit, get valuable training, utilize their own content, and assess learning.The every day user can gain skills to broaden their resume for todays competitive workplace environments as well as build skills to improve their daily lives, such as time management and leadership skills. Thu, 12 May 2022 02:42:42 +0000 Ross.Balharrie 2178 at https://www.nswnet.net https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/infobase-learning-cloud#comments Transparent Language https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/transparent-language Transparent Language Online: A complete language-learning solution offering an extensive language portfolio and supporting learning framework. Transparent language supports 110+ languages, including English learning for speakers of more than 30 native languages, using comprehensive language courses designed for independent, self-paced study. Transparent Language Online offers an app for iOS and Android devices that comes with the subscription.   Thu, 12 May 2022 02:31:36 +0000 Ross.Balharrie 2177 at https://www.nswnet.net https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/transparent-language#comments Fiero https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/fiero Fiero is a self-paced learn-to-code software for kids ages 8-18. Through hundreds of coding tutorials and dozens of real-world projects, this high-impact educational e-resource prepares the youth in your library community for jobs and provides meaningful life skills such as critical thinking and problem solving. Contents Include More than 300 coding tutorials More than 30 projects Instruction in Scratch, HTML, CSS, Javascript, Python and SQL programming languages Portfolio to display user-created websites, video games, apps, animations and programs New! “Share with Parents” feature that allows coders to share projects with parents, friends or family members Moderated discussion board for coders to access educational support Curriculum for Makey Makey and Raspberry Pi maker hardware devices Curriculum for Ozobot and Sphero codable robots Powerful Admin Dashboard with detailed reporting Remote access Training and support for before- or after-school code clubs Thu, 27 May 2021 05:18:50 +0000 Ross.Balharrie 2148 at https://www.nswnet.net https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/fiero#comments Animalia https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/animalia Introducing Animalia Digital - Library Edition. An engaging and exciting digital learning program for primary aged children.  Millions of people have fallen in love with the illustrations, characters, content, and hidden elements in Graeme Base's Animalia. Designed to complement and augment the printed book, Animalia Digital is an interactive digital program which takes the magic of the book into new and exciting areas of learning. The program includes engaging digital read-throughs and levelled activities, games and puzzles focusing on literacy and language for children aged 5-12.  The Library Edition also includes digital read throughs of some of Graeme’s other popular titles: The Eleventh Hour, Jungle Drums, The Waterhole, Uno’s Garden and Eye to Eye, with more to follow.  They will also be adding LOTE throughout the year to include a selection of popular languages.   Accessing the program is made extremely simple with members able to use their existing library number and download the program to their own devices (iOS, Android, Mac and PC). Giving you access to your library from home.  New subscribers will be eligible to receive a free copy of the Animalia Big Book per branch Wed, 08 Jul 2020 06:21:27 +0000 Ross.Balharrie 2137 at https://www.nswnet.net https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/animalia#comments AMES World Wide English https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/ames-world-wide-english English for work, study and life in global environments Develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills Complete challenging interactive grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation activities Be immersed in the English language Enjoy flexible learning: anywhere, anytime Measure learning outcomes through online assessment tasks and quizzes Introduction Video Six online English courses (65 hours per course): Beginner 1 & 2 Pre-intermediate 3 & 4 Intermediate 5 & 6 Each course includes: 15 online units Over 300 screens of multimedia interactivity Student workbook 10 mobile app lessons Teachers guide Tue, 05 Nov 2013 07:37:45 +0000 Ross.Balharrie 1110 at https://www.nswnet.net https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/ames-world-wide-english#comments MyCareerMatch for Libraries https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/mycareermatch-libraries MyCareerMatch is an online career and resume resource for public library members. It’s ideal for high school students, job seekers, those seeking a career change. Recommended for ages 14 and over. No special software is required and the service is hosted by MyCareerMatch and delivered to any device connect to the internet. Patrons login using their membership number to authenticate and complete a 5-minute survey. The survey discovers personal strengths and employability skills and matches to careers requiring these qualities. Careers are linked to an Australian Government website providing up to date information on education requirements and employment opportunities. On completion MyCareerMatch is emailed together with a Resume Guide and free access to the Career Success Academy. MyCareerMatch for Libraries launched in 2012 and is used by hundreds of public libraries in Australia and New Zealand.    Wed, 21 Dec 2011 01:11:33 +0000 Ross.Balharrie 839 at https://www.nswnet.net https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/mycareermatch-libraries#comments Living in Australia (AMES) https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/living-australia-ames Living in Australia uses multimedia to teach English in real contexts and to immerse students in the language. These online resources are ideal for self-study as students watch and hear native English speakers participating in real-life social and work situations. Interactive exercises, including speaking tasks, provide students with opportunities to practice and develop their confidence in the new language. Instant feedback on answers consolidates the learning cycle. Public Library clients will: benefit from 24 hour access to study anywhere, anytime, be able to focus on their individual learning needs, improve their oral proficiency skills by doing intensive listening practice in a non-threatening environment, increase their overall English language proficiency, and gain exposure to western cultural norms of communication to live and work in Australia.  Tue, 06 Dec 2011 02:44:54 +0000 Ross.Balharrie 833 at https://www.nswnet.net https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/living-australia-ames#comments English Language Learning Reference Center https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/english-language-learning-reference-center This multi-purpose information resource is designed for middle/high school students and those that are new to the English language. ELL Reference Center will help ELLs to succeed academically and in everyday life by providing assistance as they conduct research, build their background knowledge and develop study skills. Mon, 17 Oct 2011 05:40:13 +0000 admin 727 at https://www.nswnet.net https://www.nswnet.net/e-resources/english-language-learning-reference-center#comments