CCAD Packard Library: Writing & Literature: Language Help

Dictionaries & Thesauri

Thesaurus.com This link opens in a new window
Synonyms and Antonyms of the English Language.
Oxford English Dictionary This link opens in a new window
Historical dictionary of the English language.

CCAD Learning Resources Office
Get writing help from trained tutors right on campus.
Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL)
Excellent website for finding out how to write, research, and cite sources.

Basic Tips for ESL Students: Writing for an American Academic Audience
An introduction to the basics of academic writing conventions for students who are new to American colleges and universities. From Purdue University.
Columbus Literacy Council
Offers programs teaching reading, writing, speaking and understanding to those who need to learn or improve their English language skills.
Dave's ESL Cafe
Offers student forums, discussions, grammar resources, information and quizzes.
Library Terms: Definitions

Multilingual Glossary
Library terms in Chinese, Korean, Japanese, French, and Spanish.