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Le Coup d'état à l'université
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 08/09/2017
» At first I didn't want to comment on the recent Chula scandal because, like a good Thai, you shouldn't criticise the educational institution that you graduated from, especially one with such history, pride and prestige. If you've been reading my editor's notes, you know I have poked fun at Uncle Tu many times -- he does give me a lot of material to work with! Yet, when it came to the establishment where I received my higher education, I was hesitant.
When textbooks get it oh-so-wrong
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 26/05/2017
» Textbooks are meant to inform learners of facts -- not alternative forms of fiction -- on a particular subject. They also provide students with information on things relevant to them, helping them to navigate their lives and make sense of the world.
Budget Rethink?
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 21/04/2017
» Our dear cabinet recently approved a budget to buy 10 made-in-China tanks worth two billion baht while key members also seem keen on a plan proposed by the Royal Thai Navy to buy three submarines worth 36 billion baht. While I'm sure these dear sirs exercised their sound rationale before agreeing to such big purchases for the sake of Thailand's security, IMHO, with utmost respect, I would like to point out that there are other more beneficial ways the money could be used too.
Six headlines to look out for in April
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 07/04/2017
» April not only brings with it the Songkran Festival but also unique stories that are bound to show up in newspapers or Facebook news feeds every year. For your entertainment, here are some of the headlines I predict will be published during Thailand's hottest month.
Real-life Cases of Irony
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 03/02/2017
» Irony: a situation that transpires in contrary to what you would expect, with an amusing effect. If you're a news junkie, you'll probably notice many news stories in Thailand that jump right off our front page because of their ironies.
Thai Education 4.0
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 23/09/2016
» Pictures of Thai university students dressing up as Adolf Hitler and China's Red Guards were circulated online earlier this week. Apparently, they mimicked these historical figures lightheartedly while doing a Nazi salute during their faculty's activity.