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ABE-ESL

This guide will help students in ESL and ABE programs learn about the library and find resources to help them in their studies.

Tools for Research and Writing Papers

Tools for Starting Your Research

Let the library resources help you start your research! Here are some useful library databases for students in the Adult Basic Education program:

You can find links to these databases, as well as other recommended databases, at https://libguides.seattlecentral.edu/az.php?s=24587.

Tools for Writing Papers and Citing Sources

The Seattle Central College Bruce McKenna Writing Center can provide help on elements of the writing process, from outlining your paper to feedback on your drafts.

Online Tools

Citation guides created by the library for APA, MLA, and Chicago citation formats are available online at https://libguides.seattlecentral.edu/library/cite, and a librarian can also help you with citations at the Research Help Desk.

The Writer's Handbook, created by the University of Wisconsin-Madison, contains information and tips about different elements of writing, including the writing process and drafting papers, grammar, and writing style. You can use the tools on the right side of the page to choose the topic you would like to read.

The Purdue Online Writing Lab includes information about academic and non-academic writing, as well as detailed information about different citation formats. The academic resources include information about writing in different academic disciplines and examples of paper formatting and annotated bibliographies in different styles.

Math Resources

Videos for Math

Algebra Applications - This video series discusses topics related to equations and functions.

Mathemedia - This video series discusses a variety of math topics, including fractions, area and volume, percentages, and more.

Teaching Systems Fundamental Math Series -  This video series discusses a range of math topics including integers, measurement, area of common shapes, and problem-solving skills.

Books for Math