LibGuides: English as a Second Language (ESL): Vocabulary

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Another Word a Day by Garg, Anu
Call Number: eBook
Publication Date: 2006
An all-new romp through some of the most unusual and intriguing words in English
Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus 3rd Edition by Kipfer, Barbara Ann
Call Number: eBook
Publication Date: 2005
Roget’s 21st Century Thesaurus is the simple, reliable way to find the perfect word for your needs. It features an easy-to-use dictionary format plus a revolutionary Concept Index that arranges words by idea.

Power of Words

Databases

Learning Express Library can help you with your English vocabulary skills. Users must create a log-in and password to access this resource. Start at the top left dashboard with Learning Centers.

Middle School- Visit

Writing Skills for an eBook on improving word power.

High School- Visit

Reading Comprehension Courses for understanding vocabulary.
Vocabulary and Spelling Skills Improvement for synonym/antonym and word anaolgy practice, and vocabulary and spelling practice and courses.

College Students-Visit

Vocabulary and Spelling with options such as Synonym/Antonym practice (includes eBooks and eTests), Vocabulary and Spelling practice (includes eBooks and eTests), Vocabulary and Spelling eCourses, and Word Analogy eTests.

Workplace Skills- Visit

Business Writing for vocabulary and spelling courses and practice.

Skill Building for Adults- Visit

Reading Skills Improvement for vocabulary and spelling courses and practice and word analogy practice.

Learning Express Library This link opens in a new window Practice tests for jobs and for class preparation

Web Resources

Common Errors in English
Created by Paul Brians, Emeritus Professor of English at
Washington State University, this site explains English vocabulary and how the words are commonly misused.
New York Times Word of the Day
A brief vocabulary quiz based on a recent NYT article.