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Find your nearest TCCL branch at www.tulsalibrary.org/locations.
In-person tutoring
The After-School Homework Club assists students in grades 3-8 in completing their homework assignments through free one-on-one tutoring sessions at select TCCL locations.
Register for the After-School Homework Club here.
A library card number is required to complete the registration form. Sign up for a library card here.
Online tutoring
Connect with online tutors 24/7 in Homework Help Now!
English and Spanish-speaking tutors are available for students in grades K through college and provide assistance in subjects like English language arts, math (including algebra, calculus, geometry, pre-calculus, statistics and trigonometry), science (including biology, chemistry and physics), social studies (including global and U.S. history) and writing.
Plus, the Writing Lab offers helpful feedback on any written assignment.
How to use: Access Homework Help Now to find the Live Tutoring option, then select the grade and desired subject.
Study tools
Explore practice tests, tutorials, e-books and more to improve math, English language arts, logic and reasoning, science and social studies skills in LearningExpress Library.
How to use: Access LearningExpress Library and then click on High School Students in the Academic Skills and Test Preparation section.
For high schoolers
Homework Help Now
Prepare for high school entrance tests like the HSPT, ISEE, SSAT and SHSAT or college entrance exams like the AP tests, ACT, SAT, PSAT and TOEFL iBT with SkillSurfer in Homework Help Now.
How to use: Access Homework Help Now and then click SkillSurfer.
LearningExpress Library
Prepare for tests like the AP exams, the ACT, SAT, PSAT, TOEFL iBT and IELTS tests, and even college admissions essays.
How to use: Access LearningExpress Library and then scroll down to the Academic Skills and Test Preparation section to find the College Admissions Test Preparation options.
For adults
Homework Help Now
Use SkillSurfer in Homework Help Now to prepare for ...
- high school equivalency tests like the GED and HiSET.
- nursing school tests like the TEAS and HESI.
- the U.S. Citizneship test.
- the TABE test.
- the ASVAB tets.
Plus, improve your acdemic skills in math, reading, writing, critical thinking and more through online tests and lessons.
How to use: Access Homework Help Now and then click SkillSurfer on the left.
JobNow
Offers study materials, practice tests and online tutors to help you prepare for your high school equivalency exam and the U.S. citizenship test.
How to use: Access JobNow and then click Adult Learners at the top. If viewing on a mobile device, click the three lines in the top right corner to find Adult Learners.
LearningExpress Library
Use LearningExpress Library to find practice tests and study materials for high school equivalency tests like the FED and HiSET, college admissions tests like the AP exams, the ACT, SAT, PSAT, TOFEL iBT and IELTS, and college admissions essays.
How to use: Access LearningExpress Library and then scroll down to Academic Skills and Test Preparation to find the High School Equivalency Center and the College Admissions Test Preparation options.
Book a Research Librarian
Do you need help conducting research for a school or work project? Schedule a Zoom appointment with a professional research librarian, who can help you find and navigate resources for your assignment.
This service is perfect for:
- Students who need resources for a school assignment
- Entrepreneurs conducting research for their business
- Nonprofit professionals researching potential funders
- Oklahoma history research
- Job seekers who want to update their résumé
- Anyone seeking in-depth information on a specific topic
Appointments are available Monday-Saturday and you must have an active library card to book a session. Learn more and schedule your appointment here.
Online Resources
Use these free tools to find information for your school assignment or paper.
African American Experience: An online resource that explores African American history and culture through articles and other digital content.
American Indian Experience: An online resource that explores the histories and cultures of Indigenous peoples of the Americas through citable text articles.
Biography in Context: Discover the lives of thousands of people through articles, videos, audio, images and more.
CultureGrams: Learn about the traditions and everyday life of people, cultures and countries around the world, including the United States and Canada.
Daily Life Through History: Explore how people lived, worked and celebrated in different times and places throughout history.
eLibrary: Search a wide variety of articles, books, videos, maps, images, and other reliable sources all in one place.
Explora: A kid-friendly online resource that makes it easy for students of all ages to find reliable information on almost any topic for homework, projects and curiosity.
Gale eBooks: Access materials such as dictionaries, encyclopedias, almanacs and atlases to get helpful facts, definitions and more on topics like art, history, science, literature, technology, business and music.
Gale Literary Sources: Find information about authors, their works, and literary movements, including full-text stories, articles, and reviews.
Issues & Controversies: Understand today’s hot topics and debates with clear explanations of both sides of the issue. It combines objective analysis with opposing viewpoints through chronologies, maps, illustrations, bibliographies and more.
Latino American Experience: Discover the history and culture of Latino and Hispanic communities in the United States through stories, documents, and media.
New York Times: 1851-2018 (historical): Read full-page images and articles from The New York Times dating back to 1851 to learn about history as it was reported.
Pop Culture Universe: Explore American and world popular culture through reliable online sources.
Science Online: Explore science topics with easy-to-understand articles, experiments, videos and guides for learning and research.
Writing Help
Upload your paper or assignment to the Writing Lab in Homework HelpNow and get expert feedback in 1-2 business days.
How to use: Access Homework Help Now and then click Writing Lab. From there, you can upload a file from your computer, CloudPack or Whiteboard and add comments or additional information for the reviewer.
Step 1: Prepare for college entrance exams
Homework Help Now
Prepare for collge entrance exams like the AP tests, ACT, SAT, PSAT and TOEFL iBT with SkillSurfer in Homework Help Now.
How to use: Access Homework Help Now and then click SkillSurfer.
LearningExpress Library
Prepare for tests like the AP exams, the ACT, SAT, PSAT, TOEFL iBT and IELTS tests, and even college admissions essays. It also offers e-books and practice sets for reviewing and building skills in math, reading, grammar and writing, science and more.
How to use: Access LearningExpress Library and then scroll down to the Academic Skills and Test Preparation section to find the College Admissions Test Preparation.
Step 2: Determine your major
eParachute is a free tool in Homework Help Now that helps you find the right career path by asking these questions: What are your best-loved skills and interests? Where can you find or create that work opportunity? How can you find or create that work?
Once you've honed in on the career path you want to follow, look at school tracks and majors that fit.
How to use: Access Homework Help Now to find eParachute under the Study section.
Step 3: Find the right school
College Navigator contains information on over 7,000 colleges including campus safety, programs offered, estimated student expenses, financial aid and more.
How to use: Access College Navigator to start exploring schools by state or program/major.
Step 4: Apply
Use the Writing Lab in Homework Help Now for helpful feedback on your college admissions essay. Upload your paper to recieve notes from an expert in 1-2 business days.
How to use: Access Homework Help Now and then click Writing Lab. From there, you can upload a file from your computer, CloudPack or Whiteboard and add comments or additional information for the reviewer.
Step 5: FAFSA
Completing and submitting the FAFSA is now required to graduate from an Oklahoma public high school, but you can get free, live FAFSA application assistance through Homework Help Now.
How to use: Access Homework Help Now and then click Featured Service in the lower left to find their FAFSA assistance.