Ms Sujaree said radical change is needed in how Thai students are educated, which means tackling the root of the problem in Thai education -- the social norms of Thai culture. "The educational system tends to focus heavily on content and not necessarily the thought process, so true understanding is often not present," Ms Sujaree said. "Thai education does not encourage critical thinking or inquisitive learning so students struggle to apply knowledge or understanding at a fundamental level." Consequently, Thai students are often ill-equipped to enter debates or think analytically when competing on the global stage, as Thai students are rarely encouraged to have their own free thought or question what they have been told. More parents want their children to study abroad because studying abroad is likely to enhance their future job prospects," Ms Sujaree said.

Source: Bangkok Post April 06, 2017 21:22 UTC