
“Through learning, we don't just find our way; we create it.”
- Khin Sandar Win
Khin Sandar Win
Khin Sandar Win, an accomplished ESL Teacher, Curriculum Developer, and educational entrepreneur, has co-founded Open Courses Myanmar and EduBurma, where she directs impactful projects.
Her journey in language education commenced as a Language Instructor at Success Language Academy, developing a deep understanding of diverse student learning needs. She later served as a Faculty Member at the Department of English, University of Yangon, further refining her teaching methodologies and curriculum design skills. Her experience expanded during her tenure as a Curriculum Developer at the Myanmar Education Research Department, working on significant projects aimed at enhancing language education. Khin is also an esteemed member of the Lower Mekhong Initiative Professional Communication Skills for Leaders Community of Practice (LMI PCSL CoP), conducting numerous workshops in local and regional countries.
At present, Khin conducts an Academic English course and runs a continuous learning program, "English Time," at EduBurma. Her interests lie in psycholinguistics, language acquisition, and the importance of feedback and reflective practices in language learning and teaching. She has a particular interest in the development of self-directed or autonomous learning habits.
Khin's unwavering mission is to continuously enhance the quality of language education in Myanmar, fostering a culture of lifelong learning, and empowering students to reach their full potential.
Qualifications & Education
- MA in English (University of Yangon)
- Diploma in English Language Teaching (ELT) (University of Yangon)
- Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Course (Yangon University of Education) [December, 2019] – Paused in [March, 2020]. Course temporarily paused due to Covid 19 pandemic and external circumstances. Planning to resume when conditions allow.
Current Position
- Co-Founder/Vice Principal at EduBurma Online Academy since 2022.
- Co-founder at MIP (Myanmar institute of Professionals)
- Co-founder of Open Courses Myanmar Academy
Website
Work Experience
- Co-Founder and Programme Director of English Language Programmes and Teacher Education Programme, Open Courses Myanmar Academy (2020-2022).
- Assistant Lecturer, Department of English, University of Yangon (2015-2021).
- Language Instructor at Success Language Academy, Yangon (2013-2015).
- Volunteer Teacher at Kyauk Chaung (Kyauk Chaung Tha) Monastic School (2016-2019).
- Co-facilitator, Lower Mekong Initiative Professional Communication Skills for Leaders, Community of Practice (PCSL CoP) Project (2016-2018).
- Curriculum Developer at IVY Language School
Publications
- (2014) Evaluation of the use of prescribed English Language coursebook, Straight Forward level 1A by Macmillan Publishing, in Myanmar tertiary classrooms.
- (2019) Grade 7 English Coursebook, National Curriculum, Myanmar (Ministry of Education) (Co-authored).
- (2020) Grade 8 English Coursebook, National Curriculum, Myanmar (Ministry of Education) (Co-authored).