Peter K. Shaker served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Thailand from 1984 to 1986 as an English teacher and teacher trainer. A first-generation American, he learned Thai and received technical training in teaching English during his pre-service training in Nakhon Nayok and Maha Sarakham. Shaker was stationed in two provinces, Nakhon Pathom in central Thailand and Nakhon Si Thammarat in southern Thailand. He taught English at secondary schools and trained Thai teachers. He was able to travel throughout Thailand, visiting many parks and temples, and enjoyed the culture and natural beauty. Shaker's experience in the Peace Corps has had a lasting impact on his life and career. It helped him appreciate the diversity of cultures and languages and steered him into a long career in education. Interviewed and recorded by Patrick Preston, May 13, 1994, as part of a Northeastern University public history class. 2 tapes (web streaming files combined into 1 file). A user's guide is available in Box 122.