Research Guides: English as a Second Language: Articles

Top picks for students and faculty

You can find articles on both learning English as a second language and teaching English language learners. Try search terms such as: esl, english as a second language, english language study & teaching - foreign language speakers, bilingual education

Academic Search Complete [EBSCO]
Comprehensive scholarly, multi-disciplinary full-text database containing journal, magazine and newspaper articles. (Full text)
Associates Program Source [EBSCO]
Designed for subjects of study within associate degrees and certification programs. Areas include accounting, agricultural sciences, child care services, cosmetology, culinary arts, forestry, food service management, graphic arts, hair dressing, hospitality management, interior design, journalism, plumbing, heating & air conditioning, veterinary technology and welding. Updated weekly. (Full text)
CQ Researcher
CQ Researcher report offers in-depth, non-biased coverage of political and social issues, with regular reports on topics in health, international affairs, education, the environment, technology and the U.S. economy. (Full text)
MasterFILE Premier [EBSCO]
Comprehensive general database includes journal, magazine, and newspaper articles covering a wide variety of topics. (Full-text)
Opposing Viewpoints [Gale]
Access to a wide variety of resources covering current social issues, from Offshore Drilling to Climate Change, Health Care to Immigration. Includes pro/con viewpoint essays, scholarly journals, popular magazines, newspapers, statistics and primary sources. (Full-text)

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