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Document Type
Book
Publication Date
9-10-2014
Induction Class Year
1998
DOI
10.1007/s11159-014-9444-y
Abstract
Today's world may be characterized as the dawn of the new millennium of the learning society, where knowledge is considered as a country's most valued asset and primary source of power. In the increasingly intense competition among international communities, Thailand has been respected for advancing the concept of transforming communities, cities and regions into learning societies engaged in a sustainable development strategy which promotes the continual learning of individuals - the smallest unit of society. The learning society approach aims to balance economic, social, natural and environment aspects and resources of society; and is transforming the Thai people into knowledge citizens and knowledge workers. The underlying legislation carries stipulations concerning lifelong learning, educational enhancement and global competitiveness aimed towards developing appropriate manpower to move the society towards sustainable happiness as compared and contrasted with maintaining the 'status quo'. This article portrays the current situation of lifelong learning and education in Thailand; analyses and synthesises five best-practice learning society case studies and proposes guidelines for developing a sustainable learning society.
Recommended Citation
Henschke, John A. EdD, "Strategies for Developing a Sustainable Learning Society: An Analysis of Lifelong Learning in Thailand" (2014). IACE Hall of Fame Repository.
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