Accessing Linked-In learning through Boston Public Library

Every Massachusetts resident 13 and older is eligible to access the Boston Public Library's eCatalog, which includes the excellent technology training site Linked-In Learning.

For students younger than 13, we recommend a parent create a library account on their student's behalf.

Follow these instructions to create your Boston Public Library eCard and get started at Lynda.com

1. Create a new BPL eCard Account

Visit www.bpl.org in your favorite web browser.

In the "Services" menu, select eCards

1.1. Get an eCard

Click get or Renew Your eCard

1.2. Follow the process to gain an eCard

Read the information, then click Proceed.

1.3. Proceed.

1.4. Enter your information

Complete the form.

Note, you can provide Meadowbrook's address (school address) if you are moving into the area and wish to register your eCard before your home address is known.

1.5. Email and Pin

Enter your birthday, email and a PIN you will remember. If under 13, please sign up with a parent's information.

1.6. Registration complete.

The registration is complete. Check your email for further instructions.

1.7. Email confirmation

The email will contain your eCard Number.

Store this number in an easy to access place.

2. Accessing LinkedinLearning.com

The courses are only available through the Boston public library website. Logins will not work directly through linkedin!

From the BPL.org home page, go to Books & More, then Online Resources

2.1. Under Learning Tools, select Online Courses

2.2. Find and select LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)

2.3. Click Get Started

3. Setup your LinkedIn Learning Account

Enter your library card number and PIN

3.1. Create your profile.

You can select any topic from the list.

Select a weekly goal.

3.2. Your account is created.

Congrats, you now have access to the video tutorials through the Boston Public Library.

3.3. Using a Course

You can now search for courses and view video tutorials. The three we are recommending for Meadowbrook Students are: