Online Tutoring Services Change on January 1

Versión en español

The online tutoring services you can access with your library card will change on January 1, 2023. Tutor.com will end. You will be able to access similar services through Brainfuse.  

Brainfuse provides many of the same features as Tutor.com. You will be able to get live homework help in a variety of subjects, prepare for tests, and upload essays for review. Plus, find more resources for language learners, financial aid applicants, and job seekers.  

Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.