Writing Center

Introduction

Here we have collected our favorite writing sites and resources from around the web.

Basic Guide to Writing Essays
Directions on the basic steps of writing an essay.
Excelsior Online Writing Lab
Resources covering
"Writing and Teaching Writing
Research
Grammar and Mechanics
Style Guides
ESL (English as a Second Language)
Job Search and Professional Writing"
Writing Guide for Undergrads
"In an educational paradox, grammar, usage and writing skills are often not covered after middle school, and yet undergraduate programs have high expectations for the papers their students submit. Learn more about honing your writing skills for college."

Oxford English Dictionary (OED) This link opens in a new window
"The definitive record of the English language."

Merriam Webster Dictionary and Thesaurus
The official website of one of the best known publishers of Dictionaries and Thesauri.

Activities for ESL Students
"Quizzes, tests, exercises and puzzles to help you learn English as a Second Language (ESL)"
English as a Second Language
A "free English as a Second Language website, a starting point for ESL / EFL learners who want to study English through the Web. The site is updated constantly. It refers you to hundreds of other high-quality, free English learning sites and resources."