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2009 Summer Fellowship in Korean Studies Application Deadline
June 24 - July 10, 2009

Applications due on February 20, 2009 (extended!)

The Korea Society is pleased to announce openings for 20 American educators to participate in the 21st Annual Summer Fellowship in Korean Studies Program. This program is held in Korea with financial support from the Korea Foundation and the Freeman Foundation. All the expenses of the participants will be covered, including round-trip international airfare, accommodations, meals and program fees. We invite applications from social studies and language arts educators, including K-12 classroom teachers, and professors or instructors in schools of education. Administrators, supervisors, specialists and mentors associated with social studies and language arts education with a minimum of three years of experience are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants should have some knowledge of Korean culture and history, a strong commitment to meet the demands of an intensive fellowship program and a demonstrated ability to make successful adjustments to new cultural settings. The program includes lectures and discussions on Korean language, history, culture, art, politics and economics. Also included are opportunities for on-site study of locales of historical and contemporary relevance. During the final week, participants will be given time for independent research and exploration. The participants in past programs have found that the program offers an unparalleled learning experience as well as a unique opportunity for extensive travel in Korea.

Program participants are required to:

  • Complete a background reading assignment from a list of recommended titles before the program.
  • Attend all scheduled activities during the program, including evening discussion meetings.
  • Upon returning from Korea, submit a completed lesson plan on an aspect of Korean history or culture, which reflects their particular interest and expertise.

Applicants should submit 4 sets of the completed application form and the supporting documentation by February 20, 2009 to:
Yong Jin Choi, Senior Director
Korean Studies Program
The Korea Society
950 Third Avenue, Eighth Floor
New York, NY 10022

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