Literacy Links
For Learners and Tutors
In addition to conventional one-on-one tutoring techniques, many web sites offer other activities for learners and tutors.
https://www.libib.com/u/learnenglishlibrary -- The Learn English library catalog of books we physically have.
http://www.proliteracyednet.org/ -- The site of the Proliteracy Education Network has many activities for learners to practice their skills and free online courses. For tutors, the site offers lesson plans as well as activities, techniques, and strategies for tutoring.
www.breakingnewsenglish.com -- News written on seven skill levels. Lesson plans for current events. Podcasts for Enhancing listening skills.
www.helpteaching.com -- Library of printable worksheets or create own. 4th-11th grade reading skills.All subjects. Click on left for ESL.
www.wordsteps.com -- Choose language, hear words pronounced. Learner can create own dictionary. Word lists. Online course: 12 months for $15.
www.learnenglishlikeme.com -- A blog with strategies to improve learner’s English. Listening, motivation, planning, reading, speaking, and writing covered.
www.teaching-esl-to-adults.com -- Free ESL worksheets on simple present. Vocabulary worksheets. materials
www.eslpartyland.com -- Tutors and Learners. Quizzes, conversations, topic lessons.
www.english-zone.com -- Learner/tutor site. Verb, grammar, idiom, spelling, reading, vocabulary and fun zones. *Some links are broken within, but still a good resource*
www.usadultliteracy.wordpress.com -- “Quizlet” section. Flashcards, audio, spelling for learners and tutors.
www.busyteacher.org -- Games for adult learners (and kids.) Articles for tutors, etc.
www.esl.about.com -- Beginning to advanced reading skills. Tests and quizzes, lesson plans
www.esl-lab.com -- Listening exercises for learners followed by quizzes.
www.dailydictation.com - - A really helpful tool for learners to practice and develop their listening skills.
www.newsinlevels.com - - Provides brief news stories in three different levels along with some suggested activities.
www.pumarosa.com -- Site for Hispanic learners. Fun and colorful practice/play site.
