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Online Research

Get reliable information here: Use the drop-down menus to find the resource you need. Plus, learn online with tools like LinkedIn Learning, Mango, and Tutor.com. Most resources are accessible anytime using your Vernon Area Library card number.

Your privacy is less protected when you use some online library services provided by third-party vendors, including e-books, streaming media, and online tools for research and learning. Learn how your personal information may be collected and used by vendors here

Please note: Everyone who uses these services must agree to and follow the rules set out in the Terms of Service for each specific feature or tool they access.

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Chicago Tribune - Digital Edition This link opens in a new window
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Read a digital full image replica of today's print edition of the Chicago Tribune online. Includes 2 months of back issues to view.

Create a free Chicago Tribune account login for 72 hour Authenticated Access or browse for 24 hours with Anonymous Access. After the initial sign up, you can use the same account information to sign in for future 72 hour access sessions.
Chicago Tribune - Online Edition This link opens in a new window
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Access to the ChicagoTribune.com web site. Includes local and international news, entertainment, sports and more. 

Create a Chicago Tribune account login for 72 hour Authenticated Access or browse for 24 hours with Anonymous Access. After the initial sign up, you can use the same account information to sign in for future 72 hour access sessions.

LOTE4Kids This link opens in a new window
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LOTE4Kids provides storybooks in languages other than English (LOTE). Choose from thousands of audio-picture books in 70+ languages, together with English translations.

Udemy (presented by Gale) This link opens in a new window
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Alternate Name(s) Gale Presents: Udemy

Explore thousands of continuously updated, on-demand videos in business, technology, design, and more. Includes on-demand videos in 15 different languages taught by native speaking instructors.

Access Note: 
You will need a Gale, Google or Microsoft account to sign in to Udemy (presented by Gale). Once you enter your library card number and select the library, follow the steps indicated to to create a Gale user account to sign in. Alternatively, you can use your existing Google or Microsoft account to sign in. 
NOTICE: Patrons accessing this resource using their VAPLD card agree to honor the terms of the Udemy User Agreement: https://www.https://www.udemy.com/terms 

 

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