ENGLISH PROGRAM
Being well-versed in the English language is critical to accessing higher education and employment. Our English Program matches students with tutors, providing a detailed curriculum and personalized training to ensure success.

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How It Works

1
Match
Once selected, students and tutors are matched based on their language abilities, age, gender and interests.
2
Train
Tutors go through an intensive virtual two-week training on the Syrian crisis, working with impacted persons, as well as language pedagogies.
3
Learn
Matched pairs meet on Skype for two-hour weekly sessions for 16 weeks, using a custom, four-level curriculum.
4
Grow
Tutors and staff assist students in preparing a CV and a personal statement, and also assist them in accessing professional development webinars.
5
Apply
Students may apply for a test fund that covers exam fees and logistical costs for taking the IETLS or TOEFL exams. Selection is based on staff's approval.
A Language to Open International Doors
The English language is a medium for students and tutors alike to learn about each other, the cultures they come from and the impact of current events on their lives. Our lessons promote cross-cultural exchanges that go beyond the screen, fostering relationships and a deeper compassion for those across the globe.
Program Impact
Our surveys show high levels of English mastery and satisfaction among our participants.

Language Preparedness
73% of students felt prepared to use English in a university or work setting.

*127 student responses
Two-Way Learning
Nearly all of our tutors said the Syrian Crisis felt closer to home after tutoring a student.

*79 tutor responses
Program Growth
We've grown to serve hundreds of students each semester.
What Our English Students Say
"I already recommended this course to most of my friends who need a space to improve their English skills. They can learn a lot by meeting and communicating with young native speakers, even making new friendships with their tutors."
What Our English Students Say
"It is absolutely recommended to all the Syrian students because it will narrow the cultural gap between the two or more cultures when you meet people from wide diversity. "
What Our English Students Say
"I have learned a lot of knowledge, but the most significant one is I have developed my communication skills with others from different countries. I have become confident with talking, chatting, sharing my ideas."

What Our English Students Say
"The best thing I enjoyed about this course was meeting international tutors and making great friendships with them."

What Our English Students Say
"All of the knowledge that I learned will help me to improve my language skills and open to me either to get a job or to get a scholarship."
FAQs

Is there a set curriculum?
All of our programs have a set, well-defined curriculum.
How often do peer mentors and students meet?
Peer mentors and students meet for at least 1.5 hours a week.
How are students assessed on competency?
The English Program has periodic assessments as part of the curriculum.
How are peer mentors chosen?
English tutors must be 18 or older and must have a clear reason for being interested in our work. Prior tutoring experience and experience teaching English is preferred but not required. Given the high volume of applicants, we also look at performance in our training, which is hosted on Google Classroom.
Veteran Tutors
More than half of our tutors stay for more than a term. Here are some of our tutors who have dedicated over 60 hours of volunteering to Paper Airplanes students! Click on their photos to learn more about their experiences.

ENGLISH PROGRAM

Being well-versed in the English language is critical to accessing higher education and employment. Our English Program matches students with tutors, providing a detailed curriculum and personalized training to ensure success.

How It Works

Match

Train

Learn

Grow

Apply

A Language to Open International Doors

Program Impact

Our surveys show high levels of English mastery and satisfaction among our participants.

Language Preparedness

Two-Way Learning

Program Growth

What Our English Students Say

"I already recommended this course to most of my friends who need a space to improve their English skills. They can learn a lot by meeting and communicating with young native speakers, even making new friendships with their tutors."

What Our English Students Say

"It is absolutely recommended to all the Syrian students because it will narrow the cultural gap between the two or more cultures when you meet people from wide diversity. "

What Our English Students Say

"I have learned a lot of knowledge, but the most significant one is I have developed my communication skills with others from different countries. I have become confident with talking, chatting, sharing my ideas."

What Our English Students Say

"The best thing I enjoyed about this course was meeting international tutors and making great friendships with them."

What Our English Students Say

"All of the knowledge that I learned will help me to improve my language skills and open to me either to get a job or to get a scholarship."

FAQs

Is there a set curriculum?

How often do peer mentors and students meet?

How are students assessed on competency?

How are peer mentors chosen?

Veteran Tutors

More than half of our tutors stay for more than a term. Here are some of our tutors who have dedicated over 60 hours of volunteering to Paper Airplanes students! Click on their photos to learn more about their experiences.