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Resources
The website resources listed below provide students opportunities to learn more about the ACT Writing, COMPASS Reading and Math and many other academic subjects. Click on the subject of interest to gather more information.
Exam Preparation
English
  • Grammar Sites
    • Purdue On-line Writing Lab : One of the most comprehensive on-line writing labs. Nicely organized by topics with printable handouts on the writing process, grammar and mechanics. Some online grammar and punctuation exercises.
    • CUNY WriteSite : Good for general and specialized writing and grammar. Gives explanations and interactive exercises. Resources also for teachers and tutors.
    • Richmond : Good explanations for the writing process, especially for getting started and writing in different disciplines.
    • Powa : This site will take you step-by-step through the writing process with activities to enhance comprehension.
    • Grammar Slammer:  Short definitions and examples of grammar points and confusing word pairs.
    • Gallaudet: Excellent site especially for students who are visual learners.  Well designed diagrams accompany texts.  Especially good for the writing process, types of development, forms of writing, and reading strategies.
    • Commnet: Very didactic with good explanations and exercises.
    • Bartleby: A classic in style.  Brief explanation of some key topics.
     
  • ESL Sites
    • Gallaudet ESL: ESL grammar, editing, and vocabulary exercises.  Fill in the blanks.  Some exercises are interactive.
    • Guide to Grammar and Style: Alphabetically ordered, quick reference guide.  Well written with a sense of humor.
    • Gallaudet ESL Reading: ESL reading passages.
    • Grammar Instruction with Attitude: Excellent site.  Explanations of various grammatical terms and constructions; interactive exercises for key grammar issues; and lots of humor included!
    • ESL Resource Center: Exercises in reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar, spelling (with audio) and pronunciation.  Links to news, sports, etc.
Liberal Arts Resources
Science Resources
Computer Literacy
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