Lynda

Learn business, software, technology, and creative skills with online video tutorials taught by recognized industry professionals. Lynda lets you:

• Learn at your own pace from industry experts
  • Choose from thousands of on-demand courses and watch on your own schedule, from any compatible device. 
  • Lynda publishes about 25 courses each week. Wondering what's new and interesting? Filter for the most recent using the main search bar.
• Discover bite-size learning
  • All Lynda courses are broken into short videos, so you can focus on a key topic of interest. Microlearning or watching small snippets of longer courses, helps you gain knowledge across numerous subjects. Dedicate 10 minutes each day to learning something new and confirm your understanding using Lynda assessments. 
• Find the right path 
  • Lynda offers dozens of Learning Paths, or series of courses in which industry experts teach valuable career knowledge and skills. You can get personalized recommendations based on your experience and goals.

How do I get started?

1. Click the GO button at the top of this page.

2. Enter your library card number and PIN when prompted.

3. You may be asked to create an account by providing an email address and password to track your learning and save your course progress. 

4. Browse course categories by selecting the dropdown Library menu along the top of the screen, or use the search bar.

There is no registration required for courses. Simply select a course for instant access and to view its Table of Contents, Exercise Files, Author and FAQs.

Everything Else You Need to Know

Can I access Lynda from home or school?

Yes. You can access Lynda from any place with an internet connection. RPL recommends always launching Lynda from the RPL website for the best possible experience.

How do I use the Lynda App?

There is a tutorial on this page if you decide to use the Lynda app or follow these steps:

1. Download the Lynda app from the app store.
2. Choose Already a Lynda Member?
3. Select the Organization tab.
4. In the Web Portal field, enter www.reginalibrary.ca and select Log In.
5. You will then be asked to enter your library card number and PIN.
6. Once verified, you will be asked if you would like to open the app. Select yes.
7. Enjoy!

NOTE: RPL’s Lynda subscription does not support offline downloading of content.

Need More Help?

Full support for all these features is available from the Lynda Help Centre.

If you need to renew your library card or reset your PIN, please contact our staff.

Staff can also provide basic assistance with the service.

Lynda and Your Privacy

Lynda is a third-party service that is governed by its own privacy policy and practices, not the library's. We advise that you consult their Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.