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These links provide access to information about studying or teaching English as a second language. Sites range from information on speaking and writing the English language to resources for teens and adults learning English.

Resources in this category:

Armchair Grammarian :: http://community-2.webtv.net/SOLIS-BOO/Grammar1/

If you are having trouble with grammar, come to this website and you can learn about your problem area. This site is also helpful because it provides links to many OWLS (Online Writing Labs), onlline reference dictionaries, and articles about writing style

Common Errors in English :: http://www.wsu.edu/~brians/errors/

This is a very comprehensive site, that does a very good job of exhaustively covering errors in English. Paul Brians, a professor of English at the Washington State University, maintains this site. The main thrust of this site is covering the most common errors in English usage.

Complete List of Spelling Rules for Nouns and Verbs :: http://www2.gsu.edu/~wwwesl/egw/susan.htm

This page is not entertaining, and there aren't any pictures, but it is clear and accurate. You can answer your questions about irregular noun plurals quickly!

Dave's ESL Cafe :: http://www.eslcafe.com/

Are you learning English as a second language and finding it confusing? This site offers many links on lots of different aspects of language acquisition. You can also find links to forums and chat to help improve your speaking skills.

English as a Second Language Resources :: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/esl/index.html

Do you want to find out more about spelling in English? Are you confused about how to use words correctly? Come here for links on many subjects which can help answer your questions. There is help with writing, too!

English Club :: http://www.englishclub.com/learn-english.htm

This free resource is from Cambridge, England, and will help you with pronunciation and grammar through interactive exercises and many pages explaining grammar, pronunciation, and spelling. The focus is primarily on British English, but there are resources for Canadian and American English as well.

English Language Development :: http://www.pvpusd.k12.ca.us/pvphs/ESL.html

This is one of the best places to find links about ways to learn English and use it properly. Start your search here!

Grammar and Punctuation: How to Avoid Common Mistakes :: http://www.wisc.edu/writing/Handbook/GramPunct.html

Are you confused about apostrophes? Do semi-colons and commas sometimes baffle you? The University of Wisconsin Writing Center can help you with these rules as well as provide overall advice on how to turn in a paper which reflects your very best work.

Grammar Links for English Language Learners :: http://www2.gsu.edu/~wwwesl/egw/grlinkst.htm

If your first language is not English, writing can be confusing. These links will help you learn some of the rules you need to write English like a pro!

Guide to Grammar and Writing :: http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/

There's a lot more than grammar help at this site. Learn how to write effective paragraphs and essays in addition to finding out about all things grammatical. You can even submit a question about English grammar or usage. Lots of resources available, too, including an online dictionary and famous quotations about writing.

Idiom Site :: http://www.idiomsite.com/

Are you having a "bad hair day"? Or do you know someone who is "not playing with a full deck"? Find the meanings and origins of common idioms on this site.

Improving Your Style :: http://www.learningcommons.uoguelph.ca/ByFormat/OnlineResources/OnlineFastfacts/OnlineWritingFastfacts/Fastfacts-ImprovingStyle.html

If you are trying to improve your writing style, try this site from the University of Guelph. They offer advice on passive and active tense, precise styles, and common issues of usage. You can link to their pages on grammar and punctuation as well!

Sounds of English :: http://www.soundsofenglish.org/index.html

Sounds of English will help you to perfect your English speaking accent. There are handouts and audio practice exercises as well as diagrams showing the shape of the mouth when making certain sounds. This is a cheerful, non-profit resource for both teachers and students with good links!

Spelling Rules: Reading From Scratch :: http://www.dyslexia.org/spelling_rules.shtml

Is spelling a challenge for you? Come here for a tutorial on basic rules. I before e? Double consonants? If you are confused by a rule, don't worry, you can look it up here!