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1. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association

   Format(s): Website

   Teachers’ resources on the coasts, climate, weather and atmosphere, marine life, freshwater, and special topics.

2. VOA Podcasts: Shows in Special English

   Format(s): Website

   Articles and corresponding audio on American Life and history for English learners. Read the articles and listen online, or download free podcasts.

3. Words and Their Stories

   Format(s): Website

   Etymology and stories related to specific words in American English, produced by Voice of America.

4. VOA Learning English Activities

   Format(s): Website

   Leveled activities (beginning, intermediate, and advanced) on specific functions, produced by Voice of America.

5. U.S. Citizen and Immigration Center

   Format(s): Website

   A comprehensive U.S. Citizenship guide, study materials, and welcome kit for those wishing to become American citizens.

6. Stories about American Life

   Format(s): Text, Website

   Special English news stories about American life, produced by Voice of America, written for English language learners.

7. Stories about U.S. History

   Format(s): Text, Video, Website

   Special English news stories about U.S. History, produced by Voice of America, written for English language learners.

8. Cross Cultural Activities and Lesson Plans

   Format(s): Text, Website

   Activities and lesson plans based on Peace Corps Volunteers’ cross-cultural experiences.

9. What Mary Shelley Never Wrote: Using Basic Computer Skills to Enhance Student Writing

   In: English Teaching Forum 2003, Volume 41, Number 2 Format(s): Text

   This article describes an inspired, well-managed process writing class project for intermediate language learners. The author used Mary Shelley’s book Frankenstein as a creative writing tool in class to develop writing and computer skills. Students read and discussed the book. Working in a collaborative format, students wrote a short story sequel to the novel and offered revision advice in a workshop format. The sequels were then compiled and shared with beginner language learners. The author pointed out that the sense of audience was also established with this project.

10. We the People

    Format(s): Website

    The National Endowment for the Humanities presents We The People. Find numerous resources dedicated to learning more about American history, culture, and democratic principles.

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