Databases FAQs

  • General Questions

    Click on 'Online Library’ at the top of the page > Choose ‘Databases’ from the ‘Formats’ menu or select a topic from the ‘Subjects’ menu. > Choose  from the list.

    In addition, the new website allows to search the site to find direct individual databases by name. Click on ’Search’ on the right side of the screen. > Choose ‘website’ from the drop-down at the left side of the search box and enter the name of the database you're looking for.

    Many of the services and resources on our site are managed by third-party vendors. This includes:

    • Your catalog account where you can find due dates and place holds.
    • eBook and streaming services such as OverDrive, hoopla, and Kanopy.
    • Databases that you log into with your library card, such as Consumer Reports.
    • Online tutoring such as Brainfuse.

    Each time you use any of these services, you're leaving our site. You're also visiting a separate website managed by a different third-party vendor.

    Since these sites are not connected, we don't have a way to log you in to different types of services at once. This is why, even if you've logged in to your account in the catalog, you still need to log in to databases.

    You can log in to more than one database with a single sign-in though. When you log in to a database with your library card, you are logging in with a proxying service. A proxying service manages access to databases by checking login permissions. A single sign-in to databases will give you access to all of the resources that use a proxying service. You won't need to sign in to databases again for up to 8 hours.

    We wish this was more seamless! In the meantime, we'll continue to explore ways we might be able to help simplify the log in process.

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    Why is there no option to pay fees using my PayPal account?

    1. Download and launch the Android or iOS LinkedIn Learning app.

    2. Tap "Sign In" and then tap the blue link "Sign in with your library card."

    3. Enter the Library ID in all lowercase: kcls and click "Continue."

    4. Enter your library card credentials in the "Enter your Library ID" box and click "Continue."

    5. For any issues, submit a case ticket to LinkedIn Learning Library. 

    A log in link was included with the initial confirmation email. 

    1. Learn about the program. Go to the Career Online High School website.          
    2. Take a short online survey. Complete the "Are You Ready?" survey on the Career Online High School website. The survey will ask you about your access to a computer and how much time you can spend on courses. You'll also need to answer an essay question.        

      If you meet the requirements, we will send you an automated reply when you submit the survey. This message will include information and links to continue onto the pre-requisite course. You will have two weeks from the time you complete the survey to complete the course.

      If you don't meet the requirements, we will help you find other programs that support your goals. 

    3. Complete a prerequisite course. Select a career path and enroll in a prerequisite course.
      During the prerequisite course, you will explore the online learning environment. This will help you know whether you are comfortable with it.
      You will find out if the program will meet your needs or if other options to complete high school are better for you.
      You will figure out if the career field is interesting and appealing.
      You will also show your commitment to completing the full program.    

      To pass the course, you need to score 70% or higher. You must complete the course within 2 weeks of starting it.      

    4. Enroll in the full program. We will contact you after you've completed the prerequisite course. We’ll schedule an interview and discuss enrolling you in the full program.

    You can choose a major from one of these career fields:

    • Child care (CDA)*
    • Commercial driving (CDL)*
    • Food and hospitality (CPFM)*
    • General career preparation
    • Home care professional
    • Hospitality and leisure
    • Manufacturing
    • Office management
    • Retail customer service
    • Security professional

    *Prepares students to pursue the industry credential.

    You must be 13 years or older to use any part of the Services in the USA and the UK, and 16 years or older anywhere else.  

    If you are younger than 18 years of age, please ask your parent or legal guardian to: 

    • review and agree to these Terms of Service before you use any part of the Services or  
    • ask them to complete the registration on your behalf.

     
    Follow these steps to search full-text journal articles.
     
    1. Select ‘Online Library’ from the top of any page of the library website or catalog
    2. Choose a subject or a format from the menu.
    3. Click ‘Search’ in the 'Find Full-Text Journals' box on the right side of any Online Library format or subject page.

  • Brainfuse

    No. You don't need a Brainfuse account to get help from a tutor. Log in to Brainfuse with your library account to use this service as a guest.

    Create a free Brainfuse account to save your sessions or use other features such as Writing Lab.

    Can I...? Guest Account (log in with library account) Brainfuse Account (log in with library account and Brainfuse account)
    Get help from a tutor at a live tutoring session Yes Yes
    Save tutoring sessions to refer to later No Yes
    Browse the SkillSurfer Yes Yes
    Access the Writing Lab No Yes
    Take practice quizzes No Yes
    Use customized study plans, lessons, and live tutoring in LEAP No Yes
    Create and share flashcards, tests, and games in FlashBulb No Yes

    Versión en español: ¿Necesito crear una cuenta de Brainfuse para recibir ayuda de un tutor?

    You can have as many tutoring sessions as you like using your library card or student account. There is no time limit for sessions.

    There no limit to the length or number of essays you can submit for review. If your essay is more than 10 pages, submit separate requests with no more than 10 pages each.

    Brainfuse provides help in most subjects covered in:

    • kindergarten-12th grade as well as
    • college classes.

    The following subjects are also available:

    • ACT, SAT, and AP test preparation courses
    • ASVAB practice quizzes
    • Career exploration through eParachute
    • English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
    • Essay review
    • FAFSA and WAFSA assistance
    • GED and HiSet High School Equivalency preparation
    • Job application and interview preparation
    • Microsoft Office Help
    • Resume and cover letter review and help
    • Video lessons on basic foundations in many subjects
    • U.S. citizenship test preparation

    Teachers should use a teacher account. These are provided to all schools participating in our Student Accounts, opens a new window program. Teachers may also request a demonstration from a community librarian.

  • MakeMake

  • Rosetta Stone

    1. Follow the link for Rosetta Stone on our Databases page in a browser. Enter your library card number and password.
    2. Select Rosetta Stone Library Solution from the list.
    3. Create an account with your email address and a password. Select a language to learn. You can only learn one language with the Rosetta Stone.
    4. On your mobile device, download the Rosetta Stone app from your provider’s store. You can follow the link in the “View available apps” section on our Databases
    5. Open the app and select “Log In” underneath the blue “Get Started” button.
    6. Select “Work or School” for the account type.
    7. Enter the email address you used to create your Rosetta Stone account for the user name. Enter the password you created. On Android devices, choose Next.
    8. Enter the Workspace ID on Apple devices and when prompted for Android device. The workspace ID is s9225476.
    9. Choose Sign In for iOS or Next for Android.
    10. Start learning!

    The workspace ID is s9225476.

    No. The library edition of Rosetta Stone only allows you to learn one language.

    No. You must create a Rosetta Stone account in a web browser first. You can log into your library account on a mobile device afterwards.

  • The Wall Street Journal

    No. The Wall Street Journal account you create with your library card is for your personal use only.

    Yes. Use the TEXT TO ME service provided by The Wall Street Journal.

    No. Library access codes can only be used with WSJ.com.

    Children under 15 years of age should obtain parent or guardian consent before: