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Library Research Tip
All of our Gale databases (which include Computer Database, Literature Resource Center, and Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center) include a "Listen" option at the top of the article that allows students to listen to an audio version of the article directly on the computer or download it onto a MP3 player.
Useful Websites
- Adobe ReaderClick on this link to download the free Adobe Reader software.
- Free Practice TestsFree Practice Tests for Accuplacer, ASVAB, GED and many more.
- GED Test OnlineFree GED practice tests.
- Reading and Grammar Resources from GCFGlobalFree online interactive tutorials on reading and grammar from Goodwill Community Foundation.
- Wisc-OnlineThe Arts & Humanities Linguistics section includes a number of lessons on both English and reading.
Tutoring Services
The Learning Assistance Center offers tutoring on a first-come/ first-served basis during scheduled hours.
For schedules of tutoring offered by subject, choose one of the links below:
Featured Video from "Films on Demand": "College Success: Reading Challenges"
NOTE: If you are accessing Films on Demand videos from off-campus, you will need to log in using your UA-PTC Portal User Name and your Password.
Suggested Books on Reading Skills @ UA-PTC Libraries
The Infographic Guide to Grammar by Call Number: PE1106 .K47 2020ISBN: 9781507212387Publication Date: 2020-08-04
The Enchanted Hour by Call Number: LB1573.5 .G873 2019ISBN: 9780062562814Publication Date: 2019-01-15
Painless Reading Comprehension by Call Number: LB1050.45 .J66 2016ISBN: 1438007698Publication Date: 2016-04-15
Subject Guide
Selected E-books on Reading Skills
NOTE: If you are accessing these e-books from off-campus, you will need to log in using your UA-PTC Portal User Name and your Password.
How to Succeed in College and Beyond by Call Number: Online e-book. Click title to access.ISBN: 9781118974827Publication Date: 2015-12-21
The Nuts and Bolts of English Grammar by Call Number: Online e-book. Click title to access.ISBN: 9789814771399Publication Date: 2018-10-07
Read Better and Remember More by Call Number: Online e-book. Click title to access.ISBN: 9781576850602Publication Date: 1997-09-01
