Italian Program

I just finished up my first semester with Italian Program. Their method works amazingly well for online classes via zoom. There is 1 instructor for 3 students. We rotate instructors and students throughout the different activities. So you get to listen and talk to different people. The class is 75+ minutes long of non-stop Italian! And the homework helps a lot too. It is all designed for our success as students.I encourage everyone to attend an orientation class. And go through the process. It's a lot of information when you first register, but again, it's all for the success of the student. Once classes start, it will all make sense. For example, you won't get a table of day and times that classes take place until they have finalized the registration process, and have tested" all new students. That way they can better assess who fits better with who: I am a "pre-intermediate" so in a traditional school

I've been taking lessons with the program for over six months and I look forward to class every week. I was initially initimidated by the prospect of taking classes again, but the program is extremely well organized, engaging, and the virtual platform has fostered a really great and supportive community of students and teachers across the world. John, the director, is committed to sending lesson plans out in advance and keeping the teacher/student ratio small, which gives students ample opportunity to prepare and participate. All assistant teachers are native speakers who encourage and give confidence to new students. Highly recommend!

I have been taking courses here for over a year and love them.The zoom format they offer is the best I've taken for online courses, in that they stick to their promise of 3 students per teacher. So, if there are 6 students in class, there will be 2 instructors. They keep the class fun & moving in that they switch up the groups so you get different instructors and other students to interact with. It helps keep you engaged and the content fresh. There is plenty of time to speak, listen, practice and learn.The instructors are all amazing and are all over the world. Some are native English speakers and most native Italian speakers which is really helpful for context usage, grammar and differentiating what is 'textbook' Italian vs colloquialism.The content is always relevant, accessible and the owner of the company provides fabulous communication to the students. It truly feels like a family.

I have been taking lessons with this program for over 6 months. It’s very well run. Taken over Zoom, lesson plans are sent out in advance. Materials are easily accessible online. The director works hard to make sure you find a class - small group, 1 teacher, larger group, with assistant teachers. All assistant teachers are fantastic native speakers who encourage and give confidence to new students. Highly recommend!

This class has really helped me actually speak Italian. I know so many people who are learning other languages but struggle to get over the fear of actually speaking. John's lessons and class structure really get people talking and listening in Italian. The group sizes and students at similar levels made it much easier for me to feel comfortable trying to express myself and it's helped me so much when surrounded by native speakers. All of the teachers he works with are also top notch - friendly, helpful, and engaging!

I have had the pleasure of participating in this program 10 years ago and then this past year, as I was planning a trip to Italy, was able to reconnect with the program via Zoom. The lead teachers and assistants are very knowledgeable and friendly. The program is very accessible and has been an all around positive experience. Not only has my Italian improved, but I have also made some great connections and friendships and have had a lot of fun along the way. I highly recommend the Italian Program of Boston for anyone who is looking to connect with the Italian language and culture in an accessible, affordable, and enjoyable way.

The italian program with John Jordan is excellent. Because of Covid the program is now online but its perfect cause it gives the opportunity to people from all over to USA or even the world to take it. The teachers are italian and you can take the classes either mornings or nights so you are not restricted to one scheduled. Ive been in the program for a yr and ive learned a lot. John sets mini sessions during the summer if you want to keep practicing. Also, the teachers are very fun so the classes go by quick. I highly recommend these classes.

I have been trying to learn Italian on my own for several years without success. I am so pleased to have found the Italian Program which has advanced my Italian language ability. At first I was concerned about taking a Zoom course but it has worked out perfectly. A real plus is that I have been able to benefit from teachers who zoom in" directly from Italy.The class is a great blend of conversation

I have taken these Italian courses for a few years now. They are well organized with homework that focuses on the next area to master - in grammar, vocabulary, comprehension. The classes are small (in my experience with 2-3 classmates plus teacher) so there is ample opportunity to participate and practice speaking skills. The teachers are native Italian speakers and are invariably positive and patient. If we could just have the lessons take place in Rome, they would be perfect!

John’s online classes are perfect for me. He has fantastic, native Italian teachers and he plans the classes well. Every 15 or 20 minutes we move to a new activity rotating students and teachers, with usually 3 students to a teacher. John sends out the lesson plan about 5 days beforehand, so we have plenty of time to prepare. I highly recommend this program!