English Vocabulary Links has great links for second language learners. English Vocabulary Assistant is a vocabulary support site for international students trying to develop better English vocabulary skills. The ESL Academic Center at Rutgers includes a page of links that offer general information about Rutgers of interest to international and ESL students. Linguistic Funland by Kristina Pfaff-Harris offers fun TESL links for both teachers and students. PALS classes are designed to prepare international students for university, community college, or technical school matriculation.
PALS also serves community members who wish to improve their English language skills.
The writing processes recommended by some of these sources differ from those recommended by the Writing Program, but we hope that some students may find them useful. Essay Writing Manual from Brantford Collegiate Institute provides basic guidance on essay writing, with helpful coverage of using quotations and MLA Style. Literacy Education Online from St. Cloud State University is organized in FAQ format to answer typical questions students have during the writing process. Writing Guides from Colorado State University are helpful for quick advice. Writer's Handbook from the University of Wisconsin includes a useful section on Academic Writing, which contains information on writing about literature as well as a section on Scientific Reports with a sample lab report .