ELLIS (English Language Learning Instruction System)

ELLIS (English Language Learning Instruction System) is the premier multi-media English language learning software program for ESL learners, from beginner to advanced. Students using ELLIS view video clips covering a wide variety of everyday situations, and with this program, users can record their voices and practice pronunciation. After completing each level, tests can be taken to gauge progress.

ELLIS is available at the Main Library in a private setting. Library staff provides training on the program, and then users can reserve ELLIS any time the library is open. For more information, to schedule training or to schedule time to use ELLIS, call the Information Desk at 248-232-2290.

Learning Express Library

An online, interactive test preparation service. Practice for the ACT, SAT, civil service exam and others. Tests are timed to replicate the test-taking experience and are enhanced with instant online scoring, personalized analysis and recommendations for improving your scores. Includes a Job Search and Success Skills module that provides career assessment tools and job search resources.

Powerspeak Languages

Powerspeak Languages is a self-paced, program with scored activities, exercises, lessons and games. Interactive modules simulate real conversations with native speakers. Includes Spanish, Italian, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, ESL for Mandarin Speakers and English for Spanish Speakers. More languages will be added as they become available. Provided and paid for by the West Bloomfield Township Public Library.