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Updated February 1st, 2012
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Writing
Online
Technical Writing: Online Textbook
Sentence Construction Basics
Sentence Sense -- On-line Textbook
Owl Online
Writing Lab -- Purdue University
Online Resources
for Writers
Advanced English Lessons
Resources
for Writers and Writing Instructors
Guide to Grammar and Writing -- Jack Lynch
University
of Victoria Writer’s Guide
Writing
Grammar
Vocabulary
Reading/Reference
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Pronunciation/Fluency
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Miscellaneous
Grammar
Webster’s
Guide to Grammar and Writing
Webster’s Index
Parts of a Sentence
Using Punctuation -- 5 Minute English
(Short Guide with Examples)
Blue Book Punctuation Rules
Editing/Error Correction Quizzes
English Tests
Advanced Quizzes
Memorial University Writing Resources
Word Order
Common Errors in English
Pen to Paper: Common Grammar and Punctuation Errors
(with examples and more links to common errors)
E.L. Easton – English on Line
Lynch’s Guide to Grammar and Writing
Grammar and Punctuation Glossary
Writing
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Vocabulary
Dictionaries
Merriam Webster Pronouncing Dictionary
Bartleby's Directory of Dictionaries
The Free Dictionary
Voycabulary
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 -- use English Simple Search.)
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)
Building a
Better Vocabulary
(excellent "how to" advice; lists of common roots, prefixes, and suffixes; links to quizzes)
Writing
Grammar
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Reading and Reference
Internet Public Library
The Canadian Encyclopedia
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Smithsonian
Wikipedia
How Things Work
How Stuff Works
Writing
Grammar
Vocabulary
Reading/Reference
Listening
Pronunciation/Fluency
Presentations
Miscellaneous
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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 Network
(Archives and Listen Live )
Daily Wav
Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab
Elllo: English Language Listening Lab On-line
Voice Print Canada
Voice of America -- Special English
The Real Canadian Songbook
(Popular songs by Canadian artists: video and quizzes)
Writing
Grammar
Vocabulary
Reading/Reference
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Pronunciation/Fluency
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Pronunciation and Fluency
Sounds of American English
Merriam Webster Pronouncing Dictionary
Pronunciation of Names
Pronunciation of Countries
Writing
Grammar
Vocabulary
Reading/Reference
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Pronunciation/Fluency
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Presentations
Making Oral Presentations
(a good, short summary.)
Effective Technical Presentations
(a good summary of what you need to know -- in text, html, and PowerPoint format)
George Torok's Presentation Skills Success
(everything you need to know about professional presentations)
Designing Presentation Visuals
(a useful short summary)
Effective Visuals
(excellent advice illustrated with colour examples)
(types of graphics and their uses; language used to describe charts, graphs and tables)
Writing
Grammar
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Reading/Reference
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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.
GED
Obtain guidance and support in studying for the GED at FranklinVirtualSchools.com.
Gateway Links to Many More Resources
Vancouver Community College Links
(Wide Range of Excellent Resources)
English as a Second Language -- Ron Chang Lee
(Excellent List of Online Resources)
E.L. Easton – English
Vocabulary, Dictionaries, Glossaries
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
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)
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