Websites Worth Checking out!

Job Search/Interviews/Resumes

http://www.job-interview.net/
This site is devoted to the art of the interview! It contains hundreds of sample interview questions, including lots of tips on dealing with tricky or illegal questions. There is also information on resume writing and cover letters.

http://www.quintcareers.com
This Web site contains resources for all career changers and job seekers. Not only will you find tips and advice on the usual issues (e.g., resumé and cover letter writing, interviewing, networking), but there are also career assessments, tests and quizzes, and much more. You will also find employment resources for specific jobs, in specific industries and regions.

http://www.monster.ca
Monster.ca had more than 25,000 Canadian jobs posted on its Web site as of September 2002, and more than a million worldwide. Monster’s search engine allows you to find a job by field or by region, receive e-mail notifications when new and relevant offers appear on the site, and post your resumé for employers to read. You also have the option of searching for jobs by company, listed in alphabetical order.

Study Skills/Exam Writing

http://www.iamnext.com/academics/inclass/examguide.html
You can get loads of information about studying and preparing for exams on this site. Information is also given on handling exam jitters and developing memory strategies.

http://www.ucc.vt.edu/stdysk/stdyhlp.html
This site, sponsored by Virginia Tech, offers information on time management, note taking, priority setting and more. There are also on-line study skills workshops (interactive) on areas such as time management, strategies for improving test performance and improving memory and concentration.

New Resources at our Office

Check out the new resouces we have recently received!

E.S.L. : TOEFL Guide, Teaching American English Pronunciation, Pronunciation Makes a Difference, A-Z of English Grammar and Usage and more!

Reading: Challenger Series (adult reading series), Wonder Stories, Building Comprehension, The Five W’s

Life Skills Math: Everyday Math, Math in the Mall, Menu Math