School of English for Engaged Social Service (SENS)
NEXT COURSE: January 12th – April 5th, 2025
Wongsanit Ashram, Nakhon Nayok, Thailand
OVERVIEW
The School of English for Engaged Social Service (SENS) is a program for rapid, enjoyable, and successful mastery of English language skills while fostering personal growth and social engagement in a rich, cooperative, and relaxed learning environment.
OUR MISSION
To develop an English language program as a model to be shared:
- of socially conscious language learning
- that allows for rapid, enjoyable, and successful mastery of language skills
- in a rich, cooperative learning environment
- that fosters personal growth and social engagement
- as a contribution to peace, justice, understanding, and sustainability worldwide
HIGHLIGHTS
- A unique opportunity to improve your English AND:
- Study with a small group working to build a healthy, just, and peaceful world.
- Live in a picturesque setting in the Thai countryside, participating in a wide range of activities inside and outside the classroom.
- Learn though reading inspiring poetry, stories, philosophy, and literature in English, and through games, fieldtrips, music, film, debates, and hard work.
- Meet and speak in English with leading monks, thinkers, organizers, and educators. Learn about Buddhism and the key social issues facing Asia.
- Those who are English or language teachers will have a chance to learn about the methods we have developed over seven years for integrating personal growth, social and ecological awareness, and rapid improvement in English skills within a single intensive program. Many of these methods are applicable to the high school and university classroom, as well as to teaching or tutoring outside the mainstream.
SENS 2025
The SENS program seeks students who are committed to working for the larger good, who are able to listen attentively to others, and who can think independently. This year we extend a special invitation to those who are English teachers with an interest in new methods, especially how we combine English skills training with encouragement of personal growth and social and ecological awareness. We welcome students from any country, regardless of age, occupation, and social or religious status. (But minimum age is 18!) We are happy to accept laypeople as well as those who have chosen a religious vocation. We aim to form a diverse cohort of students who identify with Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Judaism, or an indigenous tradition—or who follow secular or other forms of self-cultivation, ethical orientation, and spiritual practice.
We encourage you to apply even if you do not have the funds to pay for the program. Priority given to applications received by November 8th.
Places open for up to 18 students.
Health and Safety Precautions
We expect that the world COVID-19 situation will be much improved by January of 2024. However, there may still be some restrictions or health requirements, such as the wearing of masks indoors. We will be glad to communicate with you about developments in these areas.
TERM DATES
January 12 – April 5 , 2025
January 14 – February 21
Term 1 begins on January 12th. Students should arrive by January 10th or 11th.
- February 21 – 25
Students may rest or travel during our five-day midterm break.
- February 26 – April 5
Term 2, The second term, culminating in the graduation ceremony on April 5th. 2025
FEES
Total: 6,000 USD or 210,000 Baht*
This fee covers tuition, field trips, Internet access, private tutoring, group excursions, insurance, three healthy meals per day, snacks, and simple but comfortable and safe lodging.**
** Travel from home country to Thailand and visa fees, as well as other costs outside the course dates, are not included in the total $6,000 fee.
SENS participants change the world—help change theirs by sponsoring a student for the 2025 program. Please visit: https://inebinstitute.org/donation
SENS - Its Origin and Meaning
INSTRUCTORS
The primary teacher is Theodore Mayer.
A team of volunteer tutors will provide teaching support. They will lead small-group and one-on-one conversations as well as work groups outside of class, facilitating ample opportunities where students get to practice their English listening and speaking skills.
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Tuition Fee (USD)
Weeks of intensive instruction
Week holiday
We welcome you to apply as a student if:
• Your English is already intermediate level or better.
• You want to use your mind and your skills to work
for personal growth and for the good of everyone.
• You love learning, especially in the company of
others.
• You are committed to doing the work necessary
to learn English well.
• You are adaptable and have a lot of energy.
Volunteer Tutor Program:
- Volunteer Tutor Program
We encourage you to apply if - You are a native or near native English speaker.
- You like people and are highly conscientiousand responsible.
- You would like to learn about leadership, effective listening, meditation, climate justice, Thailand, Buddhism, and transformative teaching methods.
- You want to practice teaching and leading others.
We are seeking volunteer tutors who will assist the primary teachers in the class room and lead smallgroup and one-on-one conversations outside of class. Some applicants who are English teachers may qualify as tutors. Volunteer tutors will receive
free room and board, and free travel on group
excursions.
How
From the Lead Teacher and Mentor:
Reclaiming the Joy of Learning
Learning by Doing
Structuring the Course Around Meaningful Content
~ Ted Mayer
