LibGuides: The University Writing Center (UWrite): Exercises

Using English for Academic Purposes

Using English for Academic Purposes
This is a comprehensive site that covers all academic skills, although the writing and vocabulary sections are particularly recommended. In the writing section you are introduced to academic genres and rhetorical functions, while in the vocabulary section you can explore the academic word list (AWL) and build your vocabulary.

Prepare for Success

Prepare for Success

Prepare for Success is an interactive web learning tool for international students who are going to the UK for study in further or higher education. It contains learning resources which are activity-based to help you find out about different aspects of academic life in the UK and the skills needed for effective study. Most importantly, the activities provide opportunities for academic English language improvement.

Academic Word List Games and Quizzes

AWL Games and Quizzes (RMIT)

The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT), Australia, provides a nice collection of games and activities related to the AWL.

Start at list 1 & 2. The games and quizzes will help you check that you really know these words and can use them effectively. Then continue with the other lists. There are 10 lists in total. 10 minutes a day can make a difference!