Student Learning Resources
General
We Are NewYork English Learning Videos
We Are New York is an Emmy-Award winning educational television series produced by the NYC Mayor's Office and the City University of New York. The comedic drama series is based on true-to-life stories of immigrants making their way in New York City.
Online ESL Learning Websites
MHCC ESL links to websites for Listening, Speaking, Writing, Reading, Pronunciation, Citizenship, Technology, and Study Tips
EFL Net Resources
Online activities to practice grammar, listening, reading, and vocabulary.
English Learner Blog
Many tips on how to improve your English.
Interactive Picture Dictionary
Many topics such as numbers, colors, the body, the office, religion, geography, and many more. Hover over images to hear their pronunciation and see their spelling.
Listening
Let's Learn English
Video course for beginners.
InFluency Podcast
Practice pronouncing certain words and hear tips to improve your communication skills.
English Conversations
Recordings and transcripts of simple conversations in English based on common topics.
English Listening Library
Over 3,000 free listening activities. Lessons for all levels.
ESL Cyber Listening Lab
Full listening lessons with quizzes and activities.
Pronunciation
Pronunciation
EnglishClub Pronunciation for ESL learners: lessons and resources on the way to say words in English, many with audio to listen to.
Sounds of English
Aims to help ESL students improve English pronunciation
SpeechAce Free Practice
Record yourself and compare your pronunciation.
Practice Vowel Sounds
Choose two vowel sounds to compare them. Listen to recordings to hear the difference between similar sounds.
Elemental English Pronunciation Videos
Beginner to advanced topics about pronunciation, intonation, and understanding informal speech.
Literacy
Literacy Center- Basic Alphabet
Practice using the computer, shapes, colors, letters and spelling
Starfall
Learn the alphabet, vocabulary and reading
ESOL News Oregon
Read the local news at your level.
Beginner's Reading
Short stories at all levels read out loud with images.
All Levels Reading
Books and stories for learners at any level. Relatable, narrated, and with images.
Computer Skills
Typing
Learn to type
Technology Tutorials
Tutorials and help with Microsoft Office software, email basics, internet basics, and online safety.
Free Computer Courses
Lessons with videos and subtitles about many digital topics such as email, Intro to Skype, Facebook, applying to jobs online, staying safe online, and much more.
Citizenship Resources
Mock Interview Questions
Practice the full citizenship interview with a partner using this worksheet.
Civics Practice Test
Test your civics knowledge.
Full List of Potential Civics Questions
View all 100 questions and answers to the civics exam.