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English as a Second Language (ESL)

Grammar & Writing

Math

Oral Communications

Psychology

Study Skills

 

ESL

ESL : Free Lessons     http://www.aitech.ac.jp/~iteslj/links/ESL/Free_Lessons/

 

Online Directory of ESL Resources     http://www.cal.org/ericcll/ncbe/esldirectory/

     From the Librarian's Index to the Internet:  "An annotated collection of resources related to English as a Second Language (ESL ), particularly "major sites where such documents could be found in significant numbers." A joint project from the National Clearinghouse for Bilingual Education and the ERIC Clearinghouse on Languages and Linguistics. Searchable."

 

English as a Second Language Home Page     http://www.rong-chang.com/

     From the Librarian's Index to the Internet:  "A starting point for ESL learners who want to learn English through the World Wide Web. Contains a lightly annotated directory of links in categories including: Listening and Speaking; Reading with Understanding; Grammar and Writing; ESL-related Information; English Language Schools; and More ESL Sites."

 

Self-Study Quizzes for ESL Students     http://iteslj.org/quizzes/

     From the Librarian's Index to the Internet:  "These quizzes for students of English as a second language are from Activities for ESL students ; they cover grammar, vocabulary, and slang. There are also quizzes which require students to use Internet sites to answer questions. Bilingual quizzes in a number of different languages let students match an English word with its equivalent in their own language."

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Grammar & Writing

For help with writing assignments you can also go to the Academic Support Center in Room 14.

 

How to Write an A+ Research Paper     http://www.aresearchguide.com/1steps.html

 

The Nuts and Bolts of College Writing     http://www.nutsandboltsguide.com/

 

Writing Guides     http://writing.colostate.edu/guides/

 

Writing Argumentative Essays  http://web.archive.org/web/20041014085911/www.eslplanet.com/teachertools/argueweb/frntpage.htm  

 

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Math

For help with math you can also go to the Academic Support Center in Room 14.

 

Fractions     http://www.coolmath.com/fractions/index.html

 

Mathematics     http://id.mind.net/~zona/mmts/mmts.html

 

PRIME Mathematics Encyclopedia     http://www.mathacademy.com/pr/prime/index.asp

     From the Internet Scout Project:  "The Platonic Realms Interactive Mathematics Encyclopedia (PRIME) is an impressive collection of mathematical terms and concepts. To use PRIME, simply type the first six letters of the phrase in question into the search field. Results are displayed alphabetically, starting with the closest match first. To limit the results, users can search in specific categories. These include algebra, calculus, discrete mathematics, geometry, graph theory, and many more. There are even biographies of a few notable mathematicians. Many of the entries are cross listed with other related terms. PRIME is very well presented and easy to use. [CL]"

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Oral Communications

Big Dog's Leadership Page - Presentation Skills     http://www.nwlink.com/~donclark/leader/leadpres.html

     From the Librarian's Index to the Internet:  "This site covers a range of presentation skills needed to be an effective communicator, covering topics such as the speaker's voice, body, nerves, habits, and many simple, effective tips and techniques. Templates (to download): PowerPoint Visual Aid Presentation, Presentation Outline, and Training Outline provide additional tools."

 

Public Speaking and Speech Writing     http://www.speechtips.com/

 

Virtual Presentation Assistant     http://www.ku.edu/~coms/virtual_assistant/vpa/vpa.htm

 

Sample Topics for Informative/Expository/Demonstrative Speeches    http://www.angelfire.com/ca3/phsspeech/topics.html

 

Help With Speech Topics, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College     http://faculty.cinstate.cc.oh.us/gesellsc/publicspeaking/topics1.html

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Psychology

American Psychological Association     http://www.apa.org/

 

Encyclopedia of Psychology     http://www.psychology.org/

     From the Librarian's Index to the Internet:  "Links to psychology sites on the Web divided into various categories such as Environment Behavior Relationships, People and History, and Paradigms and Theories. There are also links to psychological organizations and publications and a section on careers in the field of psychology. Available in nine languages. From the Department of Psychology, Jacksonville (Alabama) State University." 

 

National Institute of Mental Health     http://www.nimh.nih.gov/

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Study Skills

Improve Your Studying Skills     http://www.unc.edu/depts/unc_caps/TenTraps.html

 

Resources for Academic Success     http://www.nv.cc.va.us/stuservices/cs-res-academic.htm

 

Strategies for taking Multiple-choice Exams     http://www.sdc.uwo.ca/learning/index.html?mcwrit

 

Study Strategies Homepage     http://www.d.umn.edu/student/loon/acad/strat/

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