Academic English for multilingual international students by Academic Skills, formerly CeDAS https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9 A pick of the best online resources en-us 2019-09-10 17:18:22 UTC 2026-08-28 13:44:20 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/83113835/cc3568393af16989869d4364a1b4a492/_DSC9212.jpg Essay writing cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390921783 University of Adelaide

Clear introduction to the main features of essay writing from structure and paragraphing to use of evidence and referencing. 

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]]> 2019-09-28 21:29:05 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390921783 Academic Word List cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390989405 University of Victoria

Linguists at the University of Victoria have put  together a list of the most frequently used words in academic communication. Learning these 570 words can prove extremely valuable.

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]]> 2019-09-29 10:44:18 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390989405 Online English test cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390989732 British Council

Check your English level and then find self-study materials to help you develop your language skills.

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]]> 2019-09-29 10:48:49 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390989732 Prepare for Success cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390989999 University of Southampton

These activities will help you to adapt to your new academic life in the UK. The material covers study skills such as team work and time management, but also adjusting to cultural differences.

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]]> 2019-09-29 10:51:42 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390989999 Towards advanced grammar reference cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390992572 BBC

This BBC resource will help you understand key grammar points 'with all the explanations and examples you need to become an advanced grammar champion'.

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]]> 2019-09-29 11:21:42 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390992572 Tim's pronunciation workshop cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390992655 BBC

This BBC resource shows you how English is really spoken and so will   'help you become a better listener and a more fluent speaker'. 

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]]> 2019-09-29 11:22:35 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390992655 English at University cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390992774 BBC

An intermediate level animated series that brings you the English words and phrases you need to help you through your first year of study abroad.

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]]> 2019-09-29 11:23:41 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390992774 News review cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390992854 BBC

This BBC site offers you a great way to develop your listening skills and  build your vocabulary through analysis of a compelling world news story.



]]> 2019-09-29 11:24:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390992854 How English learners can improve intonation cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390993324 BBC

A very brief introduction to the attitudinal and grammatical aspects of intonation with tips on how to make improvements.

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]]> 2019-09-29 11:29:17 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390993324 Speaking skills cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390993650 Griffith University

Video tips on giving presentations,  participating in seminars and speaking in 'everyday life'.

]]> 2019-09-29 11:33:09 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/390993650 Academic Phrasebank cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/391291821 University of Manchester

A rich resource of language to use for communicating aims, methods, critical stance and much more. Recommended.

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]]> 2019-09-30 12:39:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/391291821 Writing cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/391338091 EAP Foundation

It's all here! Comprehensive  introduction to academic writing for multilingual students. This is a well-designed website with clear guidance given.

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]]> 2019-09-30 13:53:21 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/391338091 Speaking cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/391341938 EAP Foundation

This site offers advice on both discussion and presentation skills along with a range of useful language.

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]]> 2019-09-30 13:58:58 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/391341938 Listening cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/391348529 EAP Foundation

More from the EAP Foundation. Here the focus is on listening to lectures and taking effective notes. Recommended.

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]]> 2019-09-30 14:07:46 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/391348529 English with Idris Elba cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/811821612 EatsleepdreamEnglish

YouTuber, Tom, explores Received Pronunciation (RP),  Cockney and Multicultural London English (MLE) by discussing the speech of British actor, Idris Elba.

]]> 2020-10-07 20:32:52 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/811821612 What do Europeans really think about British culture? cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/811841990 BBC

Queuing, tea and talking about the weather. Are Brits really that predictable? A few UK based Europeans seemed to think so. What's more, they wouldn't have it any other way! 

]]> 2020-10-07 20:41:44 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/811841990 cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/814503372 2020-10-08 16:32:43 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/814503372 cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/814504579 2020-10-08 16:32:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/814504579 cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/814505553 2020-10-08 16:33:11 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/814505553 cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/814511014 2020-10-08 16:34:24 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/814511014 cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/814512156 2020-10-08 16:34:37 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/814512156 Advice on academic writing cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815134658 University of Toronto

Very accessible, useful site that covers most aspects of academic writing including written language. Recommended.

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]]> 2020-10-08 19:04:34 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815134658 Advice on the cultural aspects of studying in the UK cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815146724 2020-10-08 19:08:19 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815146724 Diagnostic tests, grammar help & academic word lists cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815152316 2020-10-08 19:10:04 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815152316 How to work on individual sounds, stress and intonation cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815159653 2020-10-08 19:12:29 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815159653 Advice on academic writing for multilingual (ESOL) students cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815167446 2020-10-08 19:15:08 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815167446 Accuracy and fluency for oral communication cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815172138 2020-10-08 19:16:45 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/815172138 Grammar guide and exercises cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/818547993 ESL Lounge

Very useful grammar explanations as well as exercises to check your understanding.  There are 5 levels of difficulty - do this short diagnostic test to find your level.

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]]> 2020-10-10 12:06:58 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/818547993 AWL Highlighter cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/819554525 EAP Foundation

Useful tool for making use of the Academic Word List (AWL).

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]]> 2020-10-11 11:16:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/819554525 Free English Pronunciation Lessons cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/821679762 Oxford English

A good selection of videos on different aspects of pronunciation e.g. vowel and consonant sounds, weak forms and stress. Some simple exercises are included too. Recommended.

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]]> 2020-10-12 14:05:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/821679762 Learn English Pronunciation cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/821718705 Shaw English

Helpful playlist of videos that focus on pronunciation of individual sounds including minimal pairs eg. /l/ vs /r/.

]]> 2020-10-12 14:18:17 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/821718705 Pronunciation errors by learner's language cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/821761017 Pronunciation Studio

These video resources focus on the pronunciation challenges facing speakers of specific languages including Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Spanish and French.

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]]> 2020-10-12 14:31:18 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/821761017 Academic conversations cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/831500815 Keele University

A set of video tutorials on talking with your tutor, taking part in seminars and giving presentations.

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]]> 2020-10-15 07:59:57 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/831500815 How to make the most of your university experience this year cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/831509015 Student World Online

Advice on how to enrich your university experience through extra-curricular activities.

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]]> 2020-10-15 08:04:17 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/831509015 5 Myths About Student Life in the UK cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/831518155 Student World Online

This advice helps you form a realistic set of expectations about studying in the UK.

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]]> 2020-10-15 08:08:55 UTC https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/831518155 17 Multicultural London English words and what they mean cedas https://padlet.com/cedas/j6gvy5nmjlr9/wish/831560183 BBC

Very informative discussion of MLE with Michael Rosen and linguist, Dr Laura Wright. A short glossary of 17 common MLE words is provided.

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