Learn to Speak English Better: Improve Your Speaking Literacy
Speak and Listen with Confidence: Improve Your Communication Skills
Communication helps in every part of life – at home, at work, in school, and in the community.
Our classes include communication practice at every level. Whether you’re just starting out or preparing for college or a career, we’ll help you build the skills that match your goals and get you ready for the next step.
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What We Can Help With
We support communication development in real-life situations, including:
- Everyday conversations
- Practical tasks
- Speaking clearly and confidently
- Formal and professional communication
- Building confidence in new settings
Whether you’re learning how to explain a problem, ask for clarification, or give a short talk – we’ll meet you where you are and help you grow at your own pace.
“Within two weeks of starting at The Literacy Project,
I decided: I could go to college.
Because all of a sudden, I was learning.”
-Pat
Ready to Get Started?
The next step is to get in touch with us, so we can talk about your needs.
You can also visit our Locations page to see all our sites and check the times and days of classes near you.
- Free classes – No cost to you!
- Friendly teachers – We help you every step of the way.
- Flexible options – Study in person or online.
Call us at 413-774-3934
Email us at info@literacyproject.org
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Want to Build Other Skills?
Communication is just one part of literacy and math skills. You might also want to grow your confidence in:
Writing skills
For simple messages, forms, and written communication
Reading skills
For understanding everyday signs, instructions, and written information
Math skills
To work with numbers and manage everyday tasks
Computer skills
For email, digital forms, and using online tools
You can explore any of these at your own pace. All of our classes support the full range of skills – not just one!
Find Out More About Our Class Levels
Basic Skills Classes
Build reading, writing, and math skills to support everyday tasks and future learning.
Pre-High School Equivalency Classes
Strengthen foundational skills to prepare for GED or HiSET prep classes.
GED Preparation Classes
Prepare for the GED test with targeted lessons in math, reading, writing, science, and social studies.
Behind the scenes:
Supporting Adult Communication Skills
Your support helps more adults speak up and be understood.
At The Literacy Project, we believe that speaking and listening are powerful tools for connection, confidence, and change. For many adult learners, building communication skills isn’t just about using the right words — it’s about being heard, sharing ideas, and navigating everyday situations with ease.
You can help someone find their voice.
Our classes are small, welcoming, and focused on real communication needs. Students might be practicing introductions, asking questions, making phone calls, or joining group discussions — all with the goal of speaking clearly and listening with confidence.
Your organization can help remove barriers to learning.
With encouragement from volunteer tutors and the support of our community, students build the confidence to use their voice — at home, at work, and in the world. When one person speaks up, it often empowers others to do the same.
Help us celebrate these everyday victories.
Together, we can help more adults strengthen their communication skills — and create a community where everyone has a voice.