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Kicking learning issues down the road
Oped, Mariano, Published on 31/05/2024
» As Thailand and the Education Ministry are trying to improve education -- such as promoting the use of AI, handing out laptops and increasing funds for research, issues that could and should be addressed at primary and secondary schools in Thailand are being avoided, delayed, and increasingly ending up in the lap of tertiary education. This causes problems for lecturers, students and other stakeholders.
Good intentions holding back uni students
Oped, Mariano Carrera, Published on 11/05/2024
» Good intentions are robbing students of their true potential. While it might seem contradictory, giving our students more opportunities to challenge themselves actually leads to a better understanding of the requirements of a fulfilling life, academic material, and social interactions.
Raising children in the digital age
Oped, Mariano Miguel Carrera, Published on 19/04/2024
» Parents in the 2000s are not taught parenting with addictive technology. The examples did not exist, and a comprehensive guide still needs to be written. We know parenting is a series of successes and failures with unsure outcomes. Presence (physical and mental) matters; however, technology is eroding parents' presence. Parents, with good intentions, are sidelining the tasks required to grow a well-rounded, responsible, and contributing member of society by farming out their duties to technology and drowning themselves in distractions. It is thus time to start teaching parents how to become better parents.
How to get more from Thai teachers
Oped, Mariano Carrera, Published on 27/12/2023
» There are many shortcomings in the Thai education system; however, for improvements, a good place to start might be with the teachers.
Job-hoppers provoke hiring rejig
Oped, Mariano Miguel Carrera, Published on 17/11/2023
» Companies can improve their staff recruitments by having "a contractual bond" for new employees.
Rethinking education for gifted pupils
News, Mariano Miguel Carrera, Published on 28/08/2023
» In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the pursuit of academic excellence remains a cornerstone of societal progress. However, a critical aspect often overlooked in this pursuit is the education of gifted students. In Thailand, as in many parts of the world, the emphasis has largely been on ensuring struggling students make it through the system. Yet, it is time to direct our focus towards nurturing the untapped potential of gifted students, giving them the space and support they need to flourish and contribute meaningfully to our society.
School holidays are for learning
Oped, Mariano Carrera, Published on 06/04/2023
» School holidays are a time for students to learn something different from what they study at school. They can learn some practical skills, or learn about subjects that interest them. By continually learning, children grow into adults who are aware of their environment and are open to learning more. They can adapt to the changing environment and "roll with the flow". Baby boomers, in particular, like to boast about their ability to change jobs and lifestyles easily when things don't go their way. Sadly, school holidays are not seen as a learning opportunity but rather a period of relaxation (for some) and enforced babysitting for others. This is confusing, especially when with shortening innovation cycles, continuous learning is now more important than ever.
Benefits of old ways of teaching
News, Mariano Carrera, Published on 14/02/2023
» In a time of ChatGPT and social media, we often overlook some of the older and still reliable methods of teaching, such as using pens and paper in class, which is the classic way for teachers to get to know their students better. Sounds contradictory?
Graduate roles mired in confusion
News, Mariano Carrera, Published on 22/08/2022
» Researching how to prepare Thai undergraduates for work, I realise that students are facing many contradictions which makes facing the employment market even more daunting.
The fight against cancer is unequal
Oped, Rafael Mariano Grossi, Published on 25/03/2022
» Advances in cancer care have yielded enormous benefits and saved millions of lives. Between 2000 and 2015, high-income countries cut cancer patients' probability of dying from the disease by 20%.