English Language Proficiency Resources
Find English learning proficiency articles, books, websites, and organizations recommended by TC Librarians below. If you have questions, contact your librarian for assistance.
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Need help? Search for articles on your topic by selecting one of the Saint Mary's databases above listed in order of relevance. See the database descriptions and tutorials page to learn more about a specific database.
Enter the ARTICLE TITLE in quotation marks to locate a specific article (e. g. an assigned class reading or an article from a reference list). Learn how to search for specific articles using Google Scholar: Click here.
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Request articles from other libraries when Saint Mary's does not have access using your library barcode (14-digit number starting in 235...that can be found on your Saint Mary's ID card). Check Journal Finder before requesting your article to verify that Saint Mary's does not have access. Learn more about requesting articles here.
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Activities for ESL Student, managed by the Internet TESL Journal, provides quizzes for both grammar and vocabulary as well as crossword puzzles.
The BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) provides practical exercises and audio/video downloads for English learners on their Learning English site.
Dave's ESL Cafe has lessons, exercises and quizzes that address common issues in learning English, such as grammar, pronunciation, and slang.
The Purdue OWL, or Online Writing Lab, is Purdue University's writing center website. The site offers several links to valuable information about ESL for the college student.
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