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Writing

Online Technical Writing: Online Textbook
Sentence Construction Basics
Owl Online Writing Lab -- Purdue University
Writing Guide for Undergrads
Online Guide to Grammar and Writing
Advanced English Lessons
Resources for Writers and Writing Instructors
Guide to Grammar and Writing -- Jack Lynch
University of Victoria Writer’s Guide

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Grammar

Webster’s Guide to Grammar and Writing
Webster’s Index
Parts of a Sentence
Grammar-Quizzes.com
Using Punctuation -- 5 Minute English
(Short Guide with Examples)
Blue Book Punctuation Rules
English Education: Grammar and Punctuation
Editing/Error Correction Quizzes
English Tests
Memorial University Writing Resources
Word Order
Common Errors in English
(with examples and more links to common errors)
Lynch’s Guide to Grammar and Writing

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Vocabulary

Dictionaries
  Merriam Webster Pronouncing Dictionary
  The Free Dictionary
  Dictionary.net
    (definitions, quotes, usage examples, antonyms, rhymes)
  Voycabulary Web Page ReferenceLinker
  (Makes words on any webpage into links to dictionary or reference look-up)
Visual Dictionaries
  Visual Dictionary On-line
  (High Level Language)
  InfoVisual Visual Dictionary
  (Clear, Basic Vocabulary)
  The Internet Picture Dictionary
  (Includes Digital Flashcards and Other Vocabulary Practice Activities)
Web Concordancer
  (Understand vocabulary in context)
Idioms 4 You
  (includes definitions, scenarios, audio, and live real world examples)
Dictionary of Idioms
  (list of English idioms and idiomatic expressions; ignore annoying ads)
Idioms and Expressions
  (excellent list with explanations and examples)
150 Business Jargon Fixes
  (includes better business-language choices)
Building a Better Vocabulary
  (excellent "how to" advice; lists of common roots, prefixes, and suffixes; links to quizzes)

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Reading and Reference

SAT Prep Resources - Reading
(sentence completion and passage-based reading questions and more)
Internet Public Library
The Canadian Encyclopedia
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Smithsonian
Wikipedia
How Things Work
How Stuff Works
Bartleby.com -- Great Books Online

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Listening

ESL News Archives
CBC Archives
Science@NASA
(Search "audio". Open a new browser window so you can listen to and read the articles at the same time.)
Business Talk Radio
(Podcasts and Listen Live)
Daily Wav
Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab
Elllo: English Language Listening Lab On-line
AMI -- Accessible Media Inc.
Voice of America -- Special English
The Real Canadian Songbook
(Popular songs by Canadian artists: video and quizzes)

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Pronunciation and Fluency

Sounds of American English
(How to produce all vowels and consonants; sample words to practice; cellphone app also available.)
Merriam Webster Pronouncing Dictionary
Pronunciation of Names
Pronunciation of Countries

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Presentations

Ten Simple Rules for Making Good Oral Presentations
  (a good, short summary.)
10 Power Tips for Presentations with Computer Projection   (George Torok)
Designing Visual Aids  (a useful short summary from the University of Waterloo)
Effective Visual Images  (includes examples and video)
15 Best Communication Books to Read for Work (skills and strategies for having successful conversations in the workplace)

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Miscellaneous

The Language Centre – Independent Language Learning
   (gain control over what, when, how, and how fast you study)
Learning English With Michelle
   (Blogspot posts and links to resources for ESL students, professionals, and immigrants by Journalist/ESL Instructor)
London Translation Agency
  London-based translation agency offering high-quality translation, interpreting and website localisation services
Online Teaching Degrees
  Find a teaching degree program that fits your needs. Online certifications available.
Teaching Degree Programs
   Comprehensive teaching degree guide.
College Degrees Online
   Compare Online Degrees at Accredited US Colleges.
GED
  Obtain guidance and support in studying for the GED at FranklinVirtualSchools.com.
English Games for Kids
  Grammar, Punctuation, Vocabulary, Spelling and More -- from GreyCampus
Online Speech-Language Pathology Programs
   well-researched database of best U.S. programs available

Gateway Links to Many More Resources
ESL for Kids Resource Guide
  (fun resources for kids)
A Publicist's Guide to Writing Basics
  (links to vocabulary building, spelling, proofreading, and writing resources)
English as a Second Language -- Ron Chang Lee
  (Excellent List of Online Resources)
E.L. Easton – English Vocabulary, Dictionaries, Glossaries
Five 9 ESL Resource Guide for Students
  (Includes Vocabulary, Common English Phrases, Study Guides)
PaperStarter Grammar and Punctuation Guide
  (Links to grammar guides, common errors, and games and activities)
Dave's ESL Cafe
  (arguably the most popular ESL site on the web)

Spelling
Spelling Rules
Commonly Misspelled Words
Rules for Spelling -- Links to Guidelines, Rules, Practice, Tips, and Hints
Free Spelling Course

Job Search
How to List Languages on Your Resume
  (whether to list, how to write about level of fluency, example resumes with templates)
bcjobs.com
  (Search by Category and/or Location; BC and Canada)
Workopolis
  (Job Search and Resources)
Skilled Immigrant Infocentre
  (Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch)
BC Internationally Trained Professionals Network
  (news, resources, links)
Careerjet.ca
  (Canadian employment search engine)
Neuvoo.ca
  (Find jobs in Canada and worldwide)

Resources for Instructors
BC TEAL
  ( a central meeting place and on-line community for EAL professionals)
TESL Canada
ESL Communication Resources: Near-Field Communication
  (Games, Lessons, ESL Support, and More from Near-Field Communication)
ESL Teacher Resources
  (Purdue Online Writing Lab)
Edudemic - connecting education and technology
  (Education Technology Tips For Students And Teachers)
English Worksheets Land -- printable worksheets aligned to Common Core standards
  (Many worksheets suitable for adult ESL learners)

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