Strategies to Reorienting Higher Education Institutions Toward Lifelong Learning Higher Education Institutions in Thailand

Abstract

The study proposes strategies to reorient higher education institutions toward lifelong learning to serve lifelong adult learners in Thailand. The Ethnographic Delphi Futures Research (EDFR) approach was used for data collection. Additional research instruments used were in-depth interviews, a questionnaire “Measurable Performance Indicators [MPI] for Lifelong Learning,” SWOT Analysis form, focus group discussions, and a strategic assessment form. The results revealed five national and seven institutional strategies with several sub-details for each strategy. Finally, the suggested strategies could help higher education institutions world-wide to strengthen the policies, processes, and change apparatuses.

The influence of the learning environment on promoting self-directed learning

“…lecture theatres and laboratories) or on diverse technologies that are employed to cultivate online learning environments (Gresham 2018;Thomas 2018). Cultivating an effective learning environment is epitomised by embracing (1) student characteristics, (2) educational goals, (3) learning experiences that promote active learning, (4) diverse assessment approaches that inform teaching and learning, and (5) a learning culture that exemplifies an engaging, constructive and practical learning environment (Charungkaittikul 2017). Social, physical, psychological and cultural factors (see ch.…”

“…Students differ immensely in their need for support in SDL. Higher education students can be self-managed, self-monitored, autonomous students, recognising what they need to learn and how best to do this (Charungkaittikul 2017). In contrast, students may lack SDL skills and may lack self-confidence, self-management, self-monitoring and motivation in their learning.…”

“…Students need to outline their learning goals, and they need to be supported and encouraged (by an educator) to think about and reflect on their learning strategies to support their growth to be self-directed in their learning (Charungkaittikul 2017). Research also shows that educator support is linked to student learning success (Brockett 1994;Brookfield 1990;Knowles , 2013Tough 1971).…”

Foreword

“…lecture theatres and laboratories) or on diverse technologies that are employed to cultivate online learning environments (Gresham 2018;Thomas 2018). Cultivating an effective learning environment is epitomised by embracing (1) student characteristics, (2) educational goals, (3) learning experiences that promote active learning, (4) diverse assessment approaches that inform teaching and learning, and (5) a learning culture that exemplifies an engaging, constructive and practical learning environment (Charungkaittikul 2017). Social, physical, psychological and cultural factors (see ch.…”

The SWOT Analysis of Strengthening Character Education In Junior High School

“…Other findings were found that by using SWOT analysis techniques in the integration of e-learning related to institutional aspects, teaching aspects and investment aspects can provide strength and opportunities for academic staff in improving university quality (Zhu & Justice Mugenyi, 2015). Meanwhile, related to the strategic plan based on the Delphi Futures Research Ethnographic Approach towards education towards lifelong learning in Thailand can help institutions in strengthening policy making and changing learning support tools (Charungkaittikul, Ratana-Ubol, & Henschke, 2019). However, there are still obstacles to the implementation of strategic plans still within the average level in Anambra State secondary schools where the strategic plan policy percentage ranges from 3.39 to 4.65 or below the average level.…”