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ILI

The International Language Institute of Massachusetts (ILI) promotes intercultural understanding and diverse communities by providing high-quality language instruction and teacher training.

ILI’s Mission

ILI’s mission is to promote intercultural understanding and diverse communities by providing high-quality language instruction and teacher training.

Since 1984, thousands of students—from more than 90 countries, from across the U.S., and from western Massachusetts—have successfully completed our courses and classes. Hundreds of community volunteers have broadened their cultural horizons as tutors, mentors, and host families.

Statement of Principles

ILI is more than a language learning center. We are students, teachers, and community supporters who passionately believe that by working together, we advance our mission to encourage multicultural understanding and create strong diverse communities through academic excellence.

We celebrate the rich cultural traditions of our students and will continuously strengthen our unified commitment to honor and respect them and all of our neighbors–regardless of age, race, religion, gender identification, physical and mental abilities, economic standing, educational levels, and documentation status.

We stand against deeply rooted racism and injustice, economic and educational inequality, and anti-immigrant and anti-refugee policies. We stand against any assaults on democratic institutions that we believe are the foundation of our communities and our nation.

As an organization, we strive to make our decisions based on these principles, including active participation in naming what we know is wrong.  We believe that all of our actions should stem from grace and loving kindness.

Making an IMPACT

Inclusiveness: ILI operates as an equal opportunity organization.

We encourage students, employees, members of the Board of Directors, and supporters to actively stand against all forms of discrimination.

Mentorship: ILI nurtures relationships beyond the classroom.

We understand that language learning is only part of the journey and provide interpersonal support in the form of volunteer tutoring, college and career counseling, Massachusetts driver’s license preparation, help in accessing social services, and student homestays.

Purpose: ILI commits to providing the highest quality language instruction and teacher training.

We invest in the success of each student and employ teaching methods that address the unique learning styles and needs of all students.

Advocacy: ILI promotes intercultural understanding and celebrates the diversity in our local communities.

We advocate for immigrants and refugees by collaborating with organizations in support of equitable and inclusive initiatives.

Community: ILI works collaboratively to build and sustain the communities we serve.

We cultivate classroom and community connection where each person’s voice is heard and active participation is encouraged.

Transformation: ILI believes in life-changing teaching and learning.

We transform teachers and students by working with and learning from one another in the classroom and in our local communities.

ILI News

  • What Is the Difference Between Social and Academic English? (Part 1 of 2) August 3, 2022
  • ILI Interview with Volunteer Tutor Robin Smither July 20, 2022
  • How French Classes Changed Rebecca’s Life July 6, 2022
  • ILI Student Stories: Chinatsu Nagamune June 29, 2022
  • ILI is a finalist for the PIEoneer “Language Educator of the Year” 2022 award! June 15, 2022
  • ILI’s Caroline Gear featured in Rotary magazine! June 13, 2022

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Our home-stay program allows students to experienc Our home-stay program allows students to experience life in the USA in local homes. We match area hosts with international students from all over the world. 🌏 Students eligible to live with a host family are enrolled full time in our Intensive English program anywhere from 4 weeks to 12 months.

💭Think you might like to host?

All you need is to be able to provide a private bedroom, a warm and friendly environment for your student and easy access to the school. It’s important that your home be either within walking or biking distance to ILI, or be on a convenient bus route. 🏠 ILI provides weekly stipends to hosts that are paid every other week.

➡️Learn more at https://ili.edu/host-a-student/. 

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Are you looking to be qualified to teach ESOL anyw Are you looking to be qualified to teach ESOL anywhere in the world? ✈️ Whether you are new to teaching English, or an experienced teacher looking to expand your abilities, participating in a TESOL certificate training course awards you practical and experiential skills. 

✨ILI’s trainers are certified by #SIT (School for International Training), world leader in the TESOL field. Our trainers have worked together for many years and bring a wealth of practical teaching and cross-cultural experience to the TESOL course.

Curious about what to expect from a #TESOL course at ILI? Check out our #BlogPost that breaks it all down! READ here: https://ili.edu/2021/06/30/what-to-expect-from-an-online-tesol-course-at-ili/

Classes are coming up this Fall! 
➡️Learn more at ili.edu
Questions? 
➡️Email macey@ili.edu

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“The world is so empty if one thinks only of mou “The world is so empty if one thinks only of mountains, rivers & cities; but to know someone who thinks & feels with us, & who, though distant, is close to us in spirit, this makes the earth for us an inhabited garden.” – Goethe

Looking back on beautiful memories from #GivingVoice2022 at @nohocenterforthearts . ☁️ We are so grateful to be a part of such a wonderful community! #tbt 

📸Photos by Jesse Shotland [ @jesseshotland ]

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Fall classes in ILI's World Language Program are r Fall classes in ILI's World Language Program are right around the corner! Sign up today for our session of online or in-person classes beginning on September 19th! To learn more visit ili.edu OR email heather@ili.edu.

The International Language Institute is known the world over for its creative approach to teaching and learning languages. Teachers are supportive and mindful of students’ goals. Their expertise shines through the lessons that they teach, and in their ability to get you up and using the language right away. 

Thanks to @rachaelpricepants for this wonderful video she put together for us last year! 

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How long it takes to learn a foreign language is d How long it takes to learn a foreign language is determined by many factors: your learning methods, background, natural ability, mindset, and ultimate aims, not to mention the target language itself. 

📖ICYMI: Our #blogpost titled "How much time does it take to learn a new language?" takes a look at 5 factors that determine how many hours, months, or years you’ll need to reach your language learning goals. ➡️Check it out here: https://ili.edu/2022/03/09/how-much-time-does-it-take-to-learn-a-new-language/.

Interested in learning a new language? ⭐️Classes in ILI's #WorldLanguageProgram start up next month! ➡️To learn more email heather@ili.edu OR visit https://ili.edu/programs/world-language-classes/ .

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Caroline represented @study_massachusetts at the r Caroline represented @study_massachusetts at the recent @educationusa Forum in DC. She is pictured here with Jimena Collingwood, International Programs Admissions Coordinator at @westfieldstate . Westfield State is also a member of #StudyMassachusetts and an ILI University Pathway Partner. So great to meet with #EducationUSA advisors from around the world! 📖

#ili #internationallanguageinstitute #massachusetts #studymassachusetts #dc #education #educators #northampton #language #universitypathwayprogram #conference #englishusadc
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