As a future TESOL teacher, you’ll quickly discover that teaching English to speakers of other languages is about more than vocabulary and grammar. At ILI, it’s about understanding your students’ unique cultural perspectives and creating a supportive environment where they feel empowered to succeed.
The Impact of Volunteering: Sierra’s Experience in ILI’s Free English Program
Meet an Amherst College senior who shares her experience tutoring English at ILI’s Free English Program. Learn how language education transforms lives and how you can get involved.
Why Northampton, Massachusetts? A Unique Destination for Intensive English Programs (IEP)
Discover why Northampton, MA, is the perfect destination for international students in ILI’s Intensive English Programs (IEP). Northampton combines small-town charm with vibrant cultural and academic opportunities. From its welcoming community and lively arts scene to its connection with the renowned 5-College Consortium, Northampton offers the ideal environment to achieve English fluency and experience authentic American life.
Community Partners at Work!
Thanks to a District Grant from the Northampton Rotary Club, ILI has expanded volunteer tutor training for those working with immigrants and refugees in our free English classes. Tutors help students improve English skills to navigate life, work, and community in Massachusetts. Join us and make a difference!
International Language Institute Connects Japanese Delegation with Easthampton’s Adhesive Applications
Five employees from Nachi-Fujikoshi, a Japanese corporation, studying English at ILI, toured Adhesive Applications in Easthampton to gain insight into U.S. business and manufacturing. This visit, part of their cultural immersion, highlights ILI’s partnership with local companies to provide customized language training.
How Effective is an Intensive English Language Program?
Learning English quickly and effectively is a goal for many international students, immigrants, and professionals. Intensive English Programs (IEPs) are […]
Happy Birthday, ILI – 40 years and going strong!
By Steven Budd, ILI Volunteer and Spanish student After retiring some five years ago from college administration, I became a […]
Thinking Globally, Acting Locally
Pam Korza was born and raised in Northampton, MA and has never taken for granted its rich history, cultural and […]
Why Northampton, Massachusetts is a Great Place to Learn English
Northampton, Massachusetts, nestled in the heart of the Connecticut River Valley, is more than just a picturesque New England town. It’s a vibrant, culturally rich community that offers a unique and immersive environment for learning English.
Why Study a Language in Western Massachusetts? Here are 11 Reasons
New England may be famous for cozy fires in January, but come May, the scenery changes. As snow banks melt and crocuses bloom, Western Massachusetts awakens with activities to mark the arrival of spring.