This section provides links to online resources for writers whose first language is not English. Here you will find assistance in many areas, including vocabulary, syntax and grammar, among others. In addition to the guides that provide you with information, this page also includes self-study tools that allow you to test your knowledge.<\/p>\n
Academic Word List <\/strong><\/a>(ESLDesk) Activities for ESL Students<\/strong><\/a> (The Internet TESL Journal) Advanced Composition for Non-Native Speakers of English Collocations<\/a> (EnglishClub) Dave’s ESL Cafe Resources<\/strong><\/a> (Dave Sperling) The English Club<\/strong><\/a> (English Club) ESL Lessons and Help<\/a> (Wyzant) Grammar for learners of English<\/a> (Frankfurt International School) Verbs – tenses<\/strong><\/p>\n Verbs – general<\/strong><\/p>\n Other grammar<\/strong><\/p>\n Learning English Video Project<\/strong><\/a> (English Club) Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English<\/strong><\/a> Online English Grammar Book<\/strong><\/a> (Englishpage.com) Resources for English as a Second Language<\/strong><\/a> (UsingEnglish.com)
\nThis website lists 570 words that occur often in academic writing. The words are categorized into 10 lists in order from most frequently used to least frequently used. The words can be defined as well as translated into many different languages.<\/p>\n
\n“Quizzes, tests, exercises and puzzles to help you learn English as a Second Language (ESL).”<\/p>\n
\nProvides a comprehensive definition of “collocation” as well as lists of common English collocations, quizzes, and tips for learning them.<\/p>\n
\nIncludes grammar lessons, idiom lists, phrasal verb examples, pronunciation tools, slang lists, and quizzes.<\/p>\n
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\n“Here, tutors have shared their knowledge so that you won’t be confused as to what a preposition<\/a> is. You can also brush up on irregular verbs <\/a> and learn some cool new vocabulary strategies<\/a>.”<\/p>\n
\n“The purpose of this website is to guide learners in effective, enjoyable ways of improving their English and doing well in education.” The following is the full list of grammar points covered by the site:<\/p>\n\n
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\n“The Learning English Video Project<\/em> is a unique seven-part series of documentary films about people learning English in different countries around the world. Made by independent UK filmmaker Daniel Emmerson, the series features students from across the world who have different methods and reasons for learning English.”<\/p>\n
\nThis dictionary states definitions in clear terms and offers a variety of sample sentences.<\/p>\n
\n“Englishpage.com is constructing a grammar book of high-quality English lessons and exercises to help English learners learn English grammar online.”<\/p>\n
\nThis website has a variety of resources for both students and teachers, including quizzes and handouts. Resources include:<\/p>\n\n