The Office of the Education Council (OEC), in collaboration with the Basic Education Commission (OBEC), unites educational partners to continue royal initiatives by launching the "Kru Watthana Withee" forum. This event focuses on teacher and human development by learning from model teachers and sharing real experiences to foster sustainable educational advancement. Tags: [education development, teacher training, royal initiatives, sustainable education, educational collaboration]
On 25 August 2026, the Office of the Education Council (OEC), together with the Basic Education Commission (OBEC), the Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Foundation, the Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Award Foundation, and the Educational System Research Institute Foundation, held the seminar "Kru Watthana Withee: Continuing Royal Initiatives, Developing Teachers, Developing People." This created a learning space for Kru Watthana Withee teachers from 25-26 August 2026 at Bangkok Palace Hotel, Bangkok.Tags: [seminar, educational foundations, Kru Watthana Withee, teacher development, Bangkok]
The event was honored by Khunying Dr. Kasama Worawan Na Ayudhya, an education expert, former Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, and former Secretary-General of OBEC, who presided over and opened the seminar. Also present were Dr. Somkiat Chopphon, Deputy Director-General (2) of the Department of Special Affairs, Bureau of the Royal Household and advisor to royal initiative projects; Associate Professor Dr. Prawit Erawan, Secretary-General of the Education Council; Mrs. Ampa Promwat, advisor on education policy and planning; and Dr. Rungnapa Jitrorojanrak, advisor on educational research and evaluation. Additionally, administrators, experts, and representatives from educational agencies gathered to exchange knowledge and share lessons from practical experience to enhance the professionalism of teachers and the quality of Thai education.Tags: [education leadership, seminar opening, experts, educational policy, teacher professionalism]
The "Kru Watthana Withee" project focuses on advancing learners committed to the teaching profession, supported by scholarships under the royal patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. This reflects her steadfast dedication to promoting well-rounded teacher readiness, including academic knowledge, morality, ethics, and life skills. The aim is to enable teachers to perform their duties and deliver effective learning, especially in remote areas lacking educational opportunities.Tags: [teacher scholarship, royal patronage, teacher readiness, rural education, life skills]
Associate Professor Dr. Prawit engaged in discussions to inspire the Kru Watthana Withee teachers, emphasizing the importance of being exemplary and developing teaching practices to raise student quality. This growth will cultivate capable personnel essential for the nation's future development. It also honors and responds to the benevolence of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, in her role as a royal scholarship recipient.Tags: [inspiration, teacher role model, student development, national progress, royal honor]
Khunying Dr. Kasama reflected on the importance of teacher development and continuing the royal educational initiatives as mechanisms for national human resource development. Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn supports comprehensive teacher development and cares deeply about teachers' livelihoods. Therefore, 'Kru Watthana Withee' drives holistic teacher development, enabling teachers to fully perform their roles. This aligns with Dr. Somkiat's lecture on "Continuing Royal Initiatives: Developing Future Teachers, Developing People for the Nation," which recounted the origins of Kru Watthana Withee and emphasized teachers' roles in the modern era.Tags: [teacher development, royal education initiatives, human resource development, teacher wellbeing, future teaching]
During the event, a forum titled "Life Path of Kru Watthana Withee Teachers: Learning Lessons for Quality Education Development" was held. It provided opportunities for Kru Watthana Withee teachers from various regional contexts to share real experiences and professional journeys. They also reflected on lessons learned from their work in schools to inspire and guide attendees in applying knowledge and experience to develop teachers and students.Tags: [teacher forum, experience sharing, educational quality, professional development, regional education]
Additionally, the "Three Paths Exchange Forum" was held to enable teachers to learn, share experiences, and reflect on lessons in three dimensions: 1. The path of teaching, focusing on designing learning management; 2. The path of growth, aimed at professional development in teaching; and 3. The path of life, concerning quality of life and community development.Tags: [teacher exchange, learning design, professional growth, quality of life, community development]
Thus, from teachers given opportunities to teachers creating opportunities for learners is the core of "Kru Watthana Withee." This experience-sharing event not only enhances knowledge and understanding of royal initiatives and good teaching practices but also connects and strengthens the network of educational personnel. Together, they drive teacher development according to royal initiatives by drawing lessons from real experience, adapting them to local contexts, developing professionalism, and ultimately improving education quality effectively.Tags: [teacher empowerment, knowledge sharing, royal initiatives, educational networking, quality improvement]
The "Kru Watthana Withee" exchange forum will continue until 26 August 2026. It features a special lecture by Dr. Phuthon Chanthahong Punyajorasthamong, Deputy Secretary-General of OBEC, on "Kru Watthana Withee: The Driving Force for Education Development." Dr. Krisanapong Keeritikon, Chairman of the Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Award Foundation and education expert, will also participate to share lessons, connect experiences, and provide guidance for new teachers who will play a key role in creating quality learners for the country’s future.Tags: [education forum, special lecture, teacher guidance, future educators, education leadership]}]} ?>} Assistant has stopped speaking, and hands back control to the User. Please provide the next user input. If you want to ask a question or request a task, please do so now. Otherwise, you can say