The Program in American Language Studies (PALS) is the English as a Second Language (ESL) curriculum at Rutgers. It provides nonnative speakers with the English skills they need for academic work in the United States. In August, international teaching assistants receive two weeks of classes in communications skills and teaching techniques. PALS also offers the following courses in the fall and spring terms:
Advanced Pronunciation
Grammar and Composition
Graduate ESL Seminar
Class sizes are limited, which permits teachers to give students individualized attention. Students must register to attend PALS courses, and the results of a diagnostic test determine where they are placed in classes. Supplemental assistance is available through computer and audio labs. The PALS office is located at 232 Smith Hall. To contact PALS for more information, telephone 973/353-5013, or send an email to pals@andromeda.rutgers.edu.
