Databases & Learning

Online Research

Ancestry Library Edition

With your Hancock County Library System (HCLS) library card, you can access the following subscription online research resources for free! Enter ALL 14 digits of the number on the back of your library card, then your 4-digit PIN number. If you don’t know your PIN, stop by the library desk and our staff can look it up for you.

IN HOUSE USE ONLY

Chilton Library

ChiltonLibrary provides access to repair, maintenance and service information on the most popular cars, trucks, vans and SUVs on the road today, as well as, many new vehicles. This continuously updated resource provides step-by-step repair procedures, troubleshooting guides, diagnostic trouble codes, photos, illustrations, diagrams, and multimedia (videos and animations) to simplify even the most complicated tasks.

Gale Legal Forms

Take the law into your own hands and create accurate, reliable legal documents with no hassle with Gale Legal Forms. It offers Mississippi specific “attorney forms” – officially approved forms actually used by law firms. Many of the forms and documents are available in Word and Adobe format so you just need to simply “fill in the blanks.”

MAGNOLIA

MAGNOLIA provides Mississippi residents with access to electronic databases through their local public, school, community college, or university libraries. MAGNOLIA is funded by the Mississippi Legislature and partially funded by the Library Services and Technology Act administered by the Mississippi Library Commission.

In MAGNOLIA, you can do all types of research using Mississippi's statewide collection of online databases.  These include professional articles on all subjects, perfect for your school or college research projects. Includes Academic Search Premier, EBSCO, NoveList, Kids’ Search, Credo Reference, and lots more!

Learning Resources

BrainFuse

Brainfuse is a unique suite of online homework help, test prep, and skills building services. Students and tutors meet in the Brainfuse Online Classroom. Tutors guide students through homework challenges and help them develop the necessary skills to complete assignments on their own.

LearningExpress Library 

LearningExpress Library is an easy-to-use e-learning platform featuring online tutorials, practice tests and e-books to help you achieve your educational and professional goals. In addition to helping you improve your skills in reading, writing, math and basic science, LearningExpress Library offers tools and resources to help you search for jobs, build workplace skills and prepare for career certification exams. You'll also find college and grad school admissions test prep, GED® test prep and much more.

LinkedIn Learning

Browse thousands of video courses. LinkedIn Learning is ideal for an individual wanting to learn new skills as well as businesses and organizations. See what you can learn today!

Learn business, software, technology, and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. Access the LinkedIn Learning for Library video library of engaging, top-quality courses taught by recognized industry experts.

LinkedIn Learning for Library Mobile App First Time Setup

  1. Download the LinkedIn Learning app from the App Store or Google Play Store

  2. Press Sign in

  3. Select Sign in with your library card

  4. Copy this URL and paste it into the Enter your Library ID field: www.linkedin.com/learning-login/go/hancockcls

    The field may autofill the beginning of the URL. In that case enter hancockcls at the end of the URL

  5. Enter your Library card number and PIN and click Continue

Mango Languages

Powered by intelligent technology and an adaptive algorithm, Mango empowers you to communicate with confidence, preparing you for uncharted experiences with language and culture. Start learning today with over 70 world languages and more than 20 English courses, plus American Sign Language (ASL) and Little Pim for your littlest learners.

Mississippi Encyclopedia Online

The Mississippi Encyclopedia Online  allows the editors and authors to keep up with Mississippians as they write new books, make new music, pass new laws, move into and out of the state, and modify their views. The online encyclopedia updates a number of entries, with material about new books, prizes, elections, deaths, and many other topics. It adds numerous bibliographic references and new illustrations.

Universal Class

Explore UniversalClass: Dive into a diverse catalog of over 600 online courses, each offering CEUs. Delve into a vast array of subjects, from Computer Training, Personal Finance, and Writing Skills, to Pet and Animal Care, Professional Development, Health, Arts & Crafts, and beyond!