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ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS

Conversation Groups & Classes

ESL Conversation Group at the Downers Grove Public Library (DGPL)
Hosted by Literacy DuPage—join to socialize and practice your English speaking skills

  • Mondays from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. on the 2nd floor
  • Registration not required

Free English Language Acquisition Program

  • Develop your conversation, listening, reading, and writing skills at College of DuPage
  • Classes and books are free and offered year round, both online and in person
  • 15 locations around DuPage County

Literacy Dupage Tutoring

  • Free, personalized English tutoring to help adult learners reach their life skill goals

People’s Resource Center

  • Supportive environment with resources for basic literacy, English language learning, high school equivalency, citizenship prep, and digital skills

Library resources

ELL collection

  • Books and audio materials to support English language learning
  • Located near the World Languages collection on the second floor
  • Tours of library services and resources available by appointment.  Book an Expert.

Mango Languages

  • Discover ESL courses designed for your native language, with over 20 pathways available
  • Each course builds practical English skills so you can speak with confidence
  • Downers Grove library card required to access
  • Tutorial

Udemy

  • English classes on Udemy focus on grammar, pronunciation, and conversation skills to help you gain confidence and fluency
  • Downers Grove library card required to access

Brainfuse HelpNow

  • Language Lab: Connect with certified, culturally-responsive ESL tutors for real-time, one-on-one help with language acquisition, speaking, and conversation
  • Flashbulb: Build vocabulary with custom flashcards and play games to reinforce core language concepts
  • SkillSurfer: Explore self-paced ELL resources, including instructional videos and lessons on common grammar, reading, and writing issues
  • Writing Lab: Submit written assignments to receive constructive, personalized feedback on grammar, sentence structure, clarity, and organization from a tutor within 24 hours
  • Create a free account to save your progress—access for free at DGPL, or from home with your DGPL card

Learning Express

  • Go to Adult Core Skills and choose a topic:
  • Become a Better Reader
  • Improve Your Writing, Speaking, and Grammar
  • Become a U.S. Citizen
  • Create a free account to save your progress—access for free at DGPL, or from home with your DGPL card

Questions? Contact ATS@dglibrary.org.