Success stories
English At Large programs are life changing!
Through our network of highly trained and supported volunteers, more than 6,000 hours of service is delivered in 21 local communities each year. EAL programs help immigrants and refugees acquire the English language skills and cultural knowledge they need to:
- Attain Citizenship
- Secure meaningful employment and advance their career
- Access community resources
- Attend to their health and that of their children
- Participate in their children’s education
- Engage in community activities
- Enroll in training or higher education
… begin a new life in the United States!
With the support of our community, in 2019:
- 244 learners in our Conversation Groups improved their understanding and speaking confidence
- 63 learners in our Tutoring Program improved their English equal to one grade level in school
- 40 learners advanced their career through promotion, new position or increased pay
- 20 learners applied for a job in the U.S. for the first time
- 8 learners enrolled in post-secondary education
- 4 learners obtained citizenship
In addition, 75% of these learners, when surveyed, responded that they would recommend EAL programs to friends and family, 75% have made friends and supportive connections and 52% responded that our programs have substantially improved their quality of life.
Meet Our CAL Learners
The Career Access Lab addresses the need of highly-skilled and credentialed immigrants for support in navigating the U.S. workforce. CAL provides instruction, resume review and mock interview skill practice and career mentor support to help local immigrants realize their career potential. In 2019, 90% of CAL learners obtained employment in their professional field. Meet just a few of these professionals here….
Meet Kathy and Babak
Kathy and Babak are learners in the English At Large One-to-One Tutoring Program. As a married couple they came to the United States with their son from Iran in 2010.
They spoke little English and the transition was hard for the family — they had no relatives in the area. They had no one to guide them on how much an apartment should cost, where to live, how to rent a car, or provide other vital information.
“When we came here we didn’t have anything and it was hard” explains Kathy. This process was made harder by the language barrier. “We didn’t know English, and it was horrible.” Read more …
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What are English At Large Conversation Groups? Our conversation groups are groups of 8-12 learners who meet weekly to practice their English speaking skills. Our groups provide an opportunity for learners to improve their speaking confidence and meet other adults who are learning English. All groups...English learners! We hope you have enjoyed these daily posts to help you improve your English. New posts will begin again in 2021. In the meantime, please visit our website for the full collection of games, lessons and activities. Happy learning! ow.ly/dOJx50CKNKP
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Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab helps ESL and EFL learners improve their English listening comprehension skills through conversations and videos.English learners! Don't put your plans on ice just because it's cold outside! These winter idioms will keep you from feeling snowed under!
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English learners! Do you find Present Simple verbs confusing? Here's a great video to watch at your own pace that explains the rules clearly, to help you understand! www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlYufVTQF7Y
A reminder that EAL staff are working a staggered schedule. The best way to reach a specific staff member is via email. For general questions, please call us Monday through Thursday, 10 am to 4 pm at 781-395-2374. Thank you! www.englishatlarge.org/staff/
English Learners! The Intensive English Institute at Middlesex Community College is now enrolling for Winter Spring Semester 2021. This is a great program to help you prepare to attend college or training. More information here: www.middlesex.mass.edu/iei/
English learners! Are you feeling stressed? You are not alone. Here are a few things that may help.
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