Using+English

=[|Using English] "provides a large collection of English as a Second Language (ESL) tools & resources for students, teachers, learners and academics. Browse our grammar glossary and references of irregular verbs, phrasal verbs and idioms, ESL forums, articles, teacher handouts and printables, and find useful links and information on English. Topics cover the spectrum of ESL, EFL, ESOL, and EAP subject areas." =

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SWOT Analysis


Strengths:

 * 1) It provides you with English Language Tests that track your progress.
 * 2) It has hundreds of quizzes to test your knowledge of English online.
 * 3) You can copy and paste any text and see a detailed statistical analysis of it using the Advanced Text Analyser.
 * 4) Members can take part in our forums without restrictions.
 * 5) It has word lists that are comprised of interesting word groups which allow you to examine entries more closely.
 * 6) Has a collection of word games.
 * 7) The teacher has access our full range of hundreds of handouts to print and use in the classroom.
 * 8) The teacher is also provided with extra articles on the English language.
 * 9) Free membership
 * 10) It provides essay writing samples including personal statements, admission essays, and application essays, and some other websites providing information about writing essay.

Weaknesses:

 * 1) Provide you with a monthly newsletter whether you would like to receive it or not.
 * 2) You can not access all the resources with out being a member.

Opportunities:

 * 1) Additional resources only a click away.

Threats:

 * 1) These resources might not meet the standards that your school/district has.

Ideas for the Classroom:

 * 1) Use additional quizzes to assess your ESL students.
 * 2) Use word games to assist in learning process.
 * 3) Print out handout that reinforce what the students are learning.