The library uses a proxy service to authenticate users. This allows the resource to identify you as an authorized user and grants you access to Oakton’s online library resources. The library previously used EZproxy, but recently transitioned to OpenAthens for authentication. This change improves user privacy and access, and library staff workflows.
What does this mean for Oakton users?
This change means Oakton users will have a new login page which prompts them to choose a login option. It also means that some resources no longer require Oakton credit students and employees to use their library card number as a login. Please contact the library's Electronic Resources staff with any questions.
Attention Faculty: This also means that some URLs for library resources have been updated. URLs using EZproxy will no longer work in FY25. Please contact the library's Electronic Resources staff for assistance with updating URLs in D2L or instructional materials.
Credit students and employees should choose the “Oakton College Users” option (screenshot below) and login through myOakton to access library databases.
Non-credit students and district residents, please see below for further information about your access.
District residents and noncredit students have access to select online library resources with an OpenAthens account when off campus. To receive an OpenAthens account, patrons must have an Oakton Library card. See the library's Get a Library Card/Owl ID webpage (opens in a new window) to learn how to request a library card.
Transparent Language Online combines courses, supplemental vocabulary, extensive grammar resources, and mobile apps, for over 110 languages, including English for speakers of over 30 languages. This resource requires you to create a personal account to track your learning progress.
Oakton Library is working with Transparent Language Online to fix ongoing issues with off campus access. The instructions below are a workaround to help the Oakton community continue to use the resource. Please use the instructions that best fit your situation.
I already have a Transparent Language Online account.
Find out how to use the Transparent Language Online mobile app here.
I need to sign up for a Transparent Language Online account.
How to create an account ON CAMPUS:
How to create an account OFF CAMPUS:
Important: You only need to “Sign Up” once. After that, always use the “Access Database” button to log in.
*The OFF CAMPUS link is only used for registration. It does not work for full TLO access. TLO will appear to work normally when using this link, but it won't let you start a learning path. This is why it's important to always use the “Access Database” button on this page once you have an account.
Need help with Transparent Language Online?
Contact Rebecca Eaton, Oakton Library's Electronic Resources Specialist. Email reaton@oakton.edu. Phone calls and virtual meetings are available upon request.
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Once you have a library card, you should soon after receive an activation email for your OpenAthens account. Use the directions and link in the email to activate your account and set a password. Retain this email for your records because it contains your username.
To login to the resources listed above, choose “Oakton Community Users” (screenshot below) and login with the OpenAthens username provided in your activation email, and the password you set. Please note, this is separate from your Oakton catalog login.
If you need to reset your password, click the “Problems signing in?” hyperlink on the login page (screenshot below). You will need to provide your email address or username to reset it. If you need further assistance, please contact the library’s Electronic Resources staff.
Please note: all district residents and non-credit students have full access to all library resources when on campus.