Since the late 70's up until about 5 yrs. ago, I volunteered teaching English As A Second Language. The first classes were when I lived in Niagara Falls, and there were mainly Vietnamese boat people. Later, it was Level 1 teens in my daughter's high school. After that, it was government funded classes that helped women enter or re-enter the work-force. It was very gratifying to be part of these women's learning experience. It was a learning experience for me, watching them study so hard to improve themselves, and hear their stories. Many were from China .. also, India, Middle East, Russia, Africa and I'm sure I've left out a few countries. They were lively and had a lot of spirit. Unfortunately, the program was shut down due to mismanagement that nobody saw coming.