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Who is ELMO for?

These materials have been created for non-native speaking students and academic staff in Higher Education institutions. However, native English speakers may also find some units useful, particularly in developing academic writing skills.

For non-native speaking students and staff of Newcastle University, ELMO is
  • A website of free, online, multimedia, self-study, interactive English language activities
  • A combination of general and subject-specific Academic English activities
  • A website you can use anywhere, anytime, at your own speed for any length of time
  • A personal, self-study site where you can save scores and create your own ‘Study Record’

For Newcastle University Lecturers, EMLO is
  • A resource to give targeted language support for your own non-native speaking students
  • A resource to give subject-specific language support in your subject area for ALL students
  • A resource that you can integrate into your modules to support non-native speakers
  • A website where you can check your students' progress by accessing their study records
NCL 01 Asian (f) student talking to INTO staff NCL 27 Angel of the north NCL 52 Student (f) smiling in class
Hoang Dieh Anh
I really enjoy living in my residential accommodation.  It’s really comfortable and with the communal living room and kitchen I am able to talk with my flat mates who come from around the world, which helps to improve my English.
Hoang Dieh Anh

Foundation pathway in Business and Management