English-language courses offered

NEW YORK - The New York Public Library is offering classes in English for those who would like to improve their speaking skills. Registration for the classes, which will be held at 11 New York Library branches in Manhattan, the Bronx and Staten Island, begins January 6.

Adults choosing to enroll should do so at the library where they wish to attend the courses. Because space is limited, a lottery at each branch will determine the actual number of students.

Designed to help non-English speaking adults develop basic conversational skills, the English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) program addresses the different needs and abilities of all students. In the classes the students will be encouraged to converse with each other in a mutually supportive atmosphere. Students who enroll in this program represent more than 50 countries, including those of the former Soviet Union.

An English test to determine class placement level will be given after registration. Applicants are requested not to bring children to registration.

For more information on the ESL program call the Library's Office of Special Services at (212) 340-0918.

Copyright © The Ukrainian Weekly, January 3, 1993, No. 1, Vol. LXI

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