Narathiwat:The Ministry of Education and the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) continue training teachers in the southern border provinces to integrate AI with Active Learning GPAS 5 Steps.
According to Thai News Agency, the Ministry, in collaboration with the Institute for Academic Quality Development (IAQD), is working with private Islamic schools in Narathiwat. The initiative involves using Active Learning and the GPAS 5 Steps higher-order thinking process to enhance teaching, with over 400 teachers and educational personnel participating. The aim is to prepare students for a rapidly evolving world while respecting their language, religion, culture, and identity.
Mr. Akranan Kittinant, Deputy Minister of Education, emphasized the need for classrooms to transition into environments where students can independently think, experiment, and solve problems. Teachers are encouraged to become learning designers and coaches, fostering students' analytical and problem-solving skills.
Dr. Saksin Rojnasranrom, Chairman of IAQD, highlighted the importance of reforming the learning process through the GPAS 5 Steps model. This approach promotes analytical thinking, ethics, and practical application, helping students create innovations and develop AI skills. Authentic assessment and knowledge construction are central to developing comprehensive learner potential.
Mr. Kritsanan Kamrai, Deputy Governor of Narathiwat Province, discussed the local challenges, emphasizing the need for strong Thai language skills as a learning foundation. With AI becoming more accessible, the focus is on ensuring children use technology effectively while maintaining critical thinking and integrating religious principles.
Dr. Phinya Rattanavorachart, Deputy Secretary-General of the Private Education Commission, noted the potential for extending teacher development to "education for employment," allowing students to apply their knowledge in real life.
Mr. Masukri Sideh, President of the Association of Private Islamic Schools in Narathiwat, expressed optimism about the GPAS 5 Steps fostering higher-order thinking among teachers and students.
Mr. Rusman Niheng, Deputy Director of the Private Education Office, highlighted the model's alignment with Islamic principles and its role in linking secular and religious curricula.
The initiative is not just about new teaching methods, but about helping children in Narathiwat balance their cultural roots with future challenges, using technology and analytical skills guided by moral principles.