What are the characteristics of education in Thailand?

Many people have a lot of doubts about Thailand’s education. Why is Thailand’s economic development average, but its education is very international? Let me tell you what special education Thailand has?

Special education

Touching a child’s head is taboo in Thailand

In Thailand, the “head” is regarded as the highest part of the human body and the seat of the soul. , and are protected by gods, especially children's heads, which are very important to them. Once a child's head is touched, it feels like a great shame. Children's heads are only allowed to be touched and caressed by kings, eminent monks and parents; even if they are getting a haircut, the barber must say "sorry" in advance.

Because of their belief in Buddhism, many children are sent to temples from an early age.

Thailand is a Buddhist country, and most people in the country believe in Buddhism. As long as they are Buddhist families, they will basically send their children to temples to study Buddhism, just like Nongkorn. Of course, when you reach a certain age, you can also return to secular life and go to school to learn knowledge like other normal children. Some use the winter and summer vacations to become monks for a short period of time, and the school regularly organizes students to go to temples to worship Buddha and practice (before exams, when the university starts, or during major festivals, the school will lead students to temples to study). The Buddhist etiquette in Thailand is also sacrosanct. For example, you must wear your pants above your knees and take off your shoes before entering a temple; women should avoid touching monks, and even if they pass items to monks, others should do it for them.

Scout training in primary and secondary schools

In Thailand, almost all schools have a special training - Scout training, which basically starts in primary school. The Thai Boy Scouts enjoy a high reputation in the world. They originally came from the "Tiger Guards" initiated by the royal family, and developed into the Boy Scouts of Thailand today. When I saw with my own eyes that in Thai schools there is such a sacred and solemn tradition that has lasted for centuries as a spirit of loyalty to protect the homeland and the country, I really felt that this country was so cute. Boy Scout training includes survival skills training and wilderness adventures. On a fixed day or two every week, children will wear children's clothes and learn Boy Scout training courses in school (girls are no exception), including etiquette, survival skills, etc.; at the same time, the school will also organize children to go to the wild It is essential for adventure activities such as camping and exploring.

High school boys in barracks training

When they reach high school, boys will participate in two years of barracks training, with one to two days of training per week. Basically, they are sent to specialized training camp. The Thai high school boys who put on military uniforms seemed to have suddenly shed their childishness and became heroic and energetic. They are fully prepared to defend their homeland at any time, even though we all advocate peace, and this spirit is admirable and moving.

Special Apprenticeship Festival and Sports Games

Teachers are highly respected in the hearts of the Thai people, so there is a grand Apprenticeship Festival in Thai festivals, and students take this opportunity to kneel down and express their gratitude. Respect for teachers.

The best gifts on the festival day are the bouquets carefully prepared by the students themselves and the grand kneeling ceremony. The various exquisite flower artworks are breathtaking, which also shows the craftsmanship of Thai students.

The sports meeting is also a major event in the school.

We have introduced Boy Scout education in Thailand before. Boy Scout activities can not only improve students' independence and cooperative abilities, but also exercise children's will and quality and learn wilderness survival skills, which is deeply loved by students and parents.

Beach lifesaving education courses

Most of the 350,000 drownings worldwide every year are children. This situation occurs mainly because they lack necessary tide knowledge and basic lifesaving knowledge. Therefore, for a country like Thailand with a large sea area, beach lifeguard training is very necessary. We can see that there are beach lifesaving education courses held by schools on Thai beaches, targeting Thai primary school students with childish faces. The instructors teach in Thai with a little English. Very comprehensive and detailed, involving many details. For example, tsunami escape, understanding of poisonous jellyfish, rescue knowledge, etc. Many drowning children can survive if they can be rescued ashore as soon as possible. If children can learn lifesaving courses from an early age, I believe the mortality rate of children from drowning will be greatly reduced.

Urban Traffic Simulation Traffic Course

In addition to drowning, traffic accidents are also an important factor causing high mortality among children. Therefore, schools in Thailand have launched urban traffic simulation simulation courses, allowing children to combine theory with practice and experience first-hand how to walk according to traffic rules on simulated roads, so as to better protect children's own safety.

The above summary of Thailand’s educational characteristics is not comprehensive enough. It mainly summarizes some of the educational characteristics from primary school to high school. Thailand’s educational level is not only reflected in teaching methods, but also has many other related factors. So , what reason do we have to refuse such an opportunity? So, when the starry sky above your head can no longer satisfy your pursuit, then turn the window into a door to study abroad and go to the far place you want to go!

There are many courses similar to this in Thailand. The teaching ranges from primary school to university. It is truly entertaining and educational, allowing students to learn practical knowledge while practicing and playing.

Graduation Ceremony

We will never part as time passes

Especially the graduation ceremony of a university is very grand, decorating the campus, placing flowers, mowing the lawn, hoisting the national flag, The school flag suddenly made the whole school lively, and the originally beautiful campus became even more beautiful after being decorated!

In Thailand, both public and private universities attach great importance to graduation ceremonies. Each university holds its graduation ceremony at a different time. Students at public universities have the opportunity to have their diplomas awarded by the King himself, or by a prince, princess or other member of the royal family. The scene was extremely dignified, solemn and grand, which astonished everyone who saw it. It is very honorable and unforgettable to receive a college diploma from a member of the royal family. Private universities are awarded by Privy Council members or principals.

Carefully prepare for the graduation ceremony

The whole school will be mobilized. The school will take about three days off to prepare for the graduation ceremony. Each major must design its own graduation backboard.

On the day of the graduation ceremony, you usually have to get up at three or four o'clock in the morning to get ready, pack everything, hire a professional makeup artist to do your makeup, and invite all your relatives and friends to watch the ceremony. Basically all your classmates in middle school will attend. All here.

Three or four days before the graduation ceremony, graduates will begin to practice the standard movements of the ceremony. This is not only because there are members of the royal family attending, and they must ensure that the entire ceremony is solemn and standardized, but also because Action specifications are more complex. During this period, many universities will close roads and practice graduation ceremonies on campus.

The princess personally awards the degree

The graduates receive the graduation certificate personally issued by the princess or prince in the auditorium. This ceremony is very formal and the requirements are very strict. The moment each graduate receives the diploma from the prince or princess, it will be photographed and given to the graduate as a souvenir. Many people will hang this photo in their homes as a symbol of their honor.

Crazy shooting

After receiving the graduation certificate and leaving the auditorium, I kept taking photos with my relatives and friends. Thai people attach great importance to commemorating these easily lost happiness. They will invite a professional photographer to accompany them to take pictures wherever they go, recording every beautiful moment.

Think about it. Graduation is only once. If there are no photos to record it, there will be nothing. Memory? It’s really a very illusory thing.

Family Mobilization

On the day of the graduation ceremony, graduates will invite all their relatives and friends to watch the ceremony. Usually, immediate family members will hold flowers and dress up to attend, no matter how busy they are. This family and friends group is almost ready for domestic weddings!

Happy Dancing

At the graduation ceremony, dancing is indispensable. Almost everyone can dance to express their inner joy.

Students from other grades are not idle either. They will organize countless cheerleading teams, surround the graduates and their parents, first lay flowers to the graduates, and then chant slogans and sing together. The lyrics are funny and interesting. First, they congratulate the graduates, and then they ask their parents to raise funds for the club: "Mom, Mom, you are so beautiful, we are not tired at all! Dad, Dad, you are so handsome, we are only 50 yuan short!" In such a festive atmosphere, On these days, most parents will happily take out their wallets...

There are many graduation gifts

On this day, everyone will prepare gifts for the graduates. Express blessings.

The gifts they receive on this day will definitely be no less than on their birthday!

Have the graduates decided where to take their graduation photos? Have the students’ dresses been prepared? Have you thought about the formation? What are the things you will never forget in the past three years? Looking forward to the blockbusters of the graduates~