by Laurie L. Hayes

With a library card and a computer, students can connect to a live tutor via HelpNow from Brainfuse to get help in all the core K-12 subjects. The service is available from the Anne Arundel County Public Library’s website between 2pm and midnight, seven days a week.

To access Brainfuse, click on Homework under the Digital Media and Resources tab on the homepage or click here. While live tutors can be accessed without registering, registration allows users gain access to enhanced tools and services. In addition to help with math, reading, social studies, science and language arts assignments, older students can submit college essays or term papers for proofreading through the Writing Lab and receive a detailed analysis within approximately 24 hours. Live help focusing on the organizational and thematic aspects of a paper is also available during the initial stages of the writing process.

The Foreign Language Center within Brainfuse provides expert assistance and support for students who are learning a foreign language. Tutoring is currently offered for Spanish.

Brainfuse also features an online assessment library to take practice quizzes in standardized tests (SAT, ACT, GED and more) and practice subject-specific tests, like math and science. Get results instantly and, if you choose, share results with a tutor for a targeted skills building session.

The Brainfuse Skills building service helps with mastering an academic concept through expert tutoring and standards aligned online lessons. Brainfuse Skills Building has been designed for a variety of age groups and academic needs.

To learn more about Brainfuse or other homework resources at the Anne Arundel County Public Library, visit your local branch or explore all of the resources on the Library’s Homework page.

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