If you have never explored NOPL’s databases section, a great place to start is Brainfuse. Brainfuse is an online learning platform offering live, online tutoring for students of all ages. Within Brainfuse, you’ll find study aids, virtual meeting rooms, FAFSA assistance, practice tests, a writing lab, and more.
Brainfuse’s stellar attraction is the daily online tutoring it offers. From 2 pm to 11 pm, there are live tutoring sessions for early elementary through high school grades in core subject areas such as Math, Science, Reading, Social Studies, Foreign Language, and more. In addition, subjects are broken down by grade and into specialized topics like Organic Chemistry and Physiology.
Other resources are available 24/7 within Brainfuse. One example is the Writing Lab, where students can submit essays and other forms of writing for constructive feedback. Another is Send Question, where students can submit questions at any time of the day and get an answer the next day.
Brainfuse offers several instruments for collaboration as well. For example, Brainwave is a recordable whiteboard where students can draw, write, and chat, then save and email to others for feedback. Students can schedule online study sessions for group work and meetings through the MEET private virtual study room.
For older students, Brainfuse offers study materials and practice tests for ACT, SAT, GED, ASVAB, TEAS, USCIS, Microsoft, SQL, Java, C++, ESL, U.S Citizenship, and more. In addition, there is an Adult Learning Center for help with High School Equivalency prep, U.S. Citizenship test prep, resume assistance, Microsoft Office support, and Career Resources. The Center also offers live tutoring, skills building, a writing lab, and “Send Question” services for adult learners.
Logging into Brainfuse is easy with your library card. Visit nopl.org, click onthe Research tab, select “Careers and Education”, and click on Brainfuse. Log in with your Library card number and PIN to get started. If you need assistance, visit or call any of our branch locations.
