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Ed. Connect

The Bi-annual Graduate School of Education Newsletter

ISSN: 1686-4948

40th Anniversary of Assumption

University

“HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Graciously presided over the Opening Ceremony of the Monfort Del Rosario School of Architecture and Design Building, Albert Laurence School of Communication Arts Building and Communication Arts Studio on the occasion of the 40th Anniversary of Assumption University” It was a great honor for us to be able to present Her Royal Highness with the vision, mission and the teaching and learning at our Graduate School of Education.

IN THIS ISSUE … 40th Anniversary of Assumption University Orientation 2 / 2010 3rd International Conference:

New Directions in Education Graduation Trip to Singapore Student Activity: Trip to Pattaya English Language Improvement Seminar Last Orientation and New Year Party School Visit Student Seminar: EA 6232 Chinese Teachers Training Program Delegates from Indonesia Special Talk: Dr. Richard Lynch Special Meeting Preservation of Thai Art & Culture

GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION ASSUMPTION UNIVERSITY OF THAILAND

NOVEMBER- MARCH 2011

Orientation 2 / 2010 International Conference



Orientation 2/2010

The Orientation for the new students entering in semester 2/2010 was held on October 30, 2010. We have 6 students entering the Ph.D. program; 12 students taking M.Ed. (curriculum and Instruction); and 3 students opting for M.Ed. (Educational Administration). Students are from Belgium, Britain, China, Iran, Korea, Myanmar, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, U.S.A., and Vietnam

International Conference: October 2, 2010

The International Conference organized by the Graduate School of Education, in collaboration with AU, SEMEO and ASAIHL. “NEW DIRECTIONS IN EDUCATION” held at the Hall of fame, Hua-Mak Campus on October 2, 2010. Participants: We had 79 participants from over 10 countries (Cambodia, China, England, India, Ireland, Myanmar, Nigeria, The Philippines, U.S.A and Thailand) and 68 academic paper presenters. The four themes were: * Challenge of Curriculum and Instruction: Constructivism

VS Instructivism * Teaching for the 21st Century: Skills and Knowledge * Challenges for Educational Leadership * Future Demands for Education Administrators

Ed. Connect The Bi-annual Graduate School of Education Newsletter

Field Trip 2010 Graduation 2010

TRIP TO SINGAPORE

A Field trip to Singapore was organized from October 12-14, 2010. Thirteen students accompanied with Dr. Wipa Mhunpiew visited four institutes and gained knowledge and insight of the educational system of that country

GRADUATION ACADEMIC YEAR 2010

1- Ph.D. 9 - M.Ed. (C&I); 6 - M.Ed. (E.A.); 1 Grad. Diploma: Graduated in this academic year.




Student Activity: December 2010




Trip to Pattaya with New Students

A friendly group of 20 participants enjoyed the two day trip.

On December 5-6, 2010,

students, professors and staff of Graduate School of Education took a trip to Pattaya. The purpose of the trip is not only to gain wonderful experiences but also to bring joy and friendship among all new students and professors. The participants, both students and professors, who participated in this trip, are from Ireland, Canada, Vietnam, Burma, China, Philippines and Thailand.

On the first day, the group visited the Pattaya Floating Market, the biggest man-made floating market in the world. Here, the participants enjoyed shopping for a variety of food and souvenir items and were able to have ideas on Thai culture and heritage from four regions of Thailand.

They then proceeded to Hotel Pattaya Marriot Resort and Spa, where the group stayed overnight. Here, the group had fun and interesting activities which everybody enjoyed doing and actively participated. The food was great and the accommodation was excellent.

Overall, the trip brought enjoyment and a sense of bonding among all.

-EMIL PEREZ

Student Activity: Last Orientation and New Year Party

English Language Improvement Seminar

This year’s last orientation and New Year Party was held at the Grand Four Wings Convention Hotel, Srinakarin Road. Students, Graduates as well as Alumni joined the festive occasion. The traditional outfits of our international students were worth admiring. We had 15 different nationalities on this occasion celebrating together




The Seminar was held in the student lounge on January 29, 2011 for students taking the ED 5012 English Proficiency course in semester 2/2010. Sharing ideas and experiences in improving language skills




SCHOOL VISIT PAN-ASIA INTERNATIONAL

SCHOOL

Student Activity

30 persons from among our M.Ed. and Ph.D. students as well as faculty members visited the school on February 16, 2011. This activity was organized for our students to get and insight at the educational system in different environments

STUDENT SEMINAR: EA 6232 “INSPIRING, CARING EDUCATIONAL LEADERS ACROSS CULTURES”

Student Seminar conducted by M.Ed. (EA-6232) Seminar in Educational Administration students. Held on February 5, 2011, in the Hall of Fame, 51 people participated. Ajarn. Porntip Kanjananiyot , Executive Director of Fulbright was the guest speaker.

CHINESE TEACHERS TRAINING PROGRAM




The Chinese Teachers Training program was held from January 7 to January 13, 2011. Our faculty members conducted the program specially designed for the group and covered the major aspects of Educational Administration. There were 41 students from China.

SPECIAL TALK A special Talk on Student centered Teaching & Learning Methods was held October 7, 2010 at the Salle De’ Expo. Dr. Richard Lynch our faculty member was the guest speaker. This special Talk was organized by The Academic Affairs.

Delegates from Indonesia

The Delegates from Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta, Indonesia attended our 3rd International Conference, after which they visited our faculty on October 4, 2010. To strengthen relations between the two Universities.

Special meeting

The Graduate School of Education hosted a meeting for faculty of education of private

universities

The preparation of Thai private universities on the way forward to ASEAN community

Preservation of Thai Art & Culture

To preserve Thai art and culture our faculty each year conducts various projects to bring awareness among our students who come from various countries and from diverse cultures. This year, Thai etiquette and manners was demonstrated and all 30 participants practiced and learned the authentic Thai tradition. Thai desserts were served to all. This activity was held on February 16, 2011

For more information please contact:

Graduate School of Education,

Assumption University Advisors: Dr. Sangob Laksana

Ramkhamhaeng 24, Bangkok 10240, Dr. Suwattana Eamoraphan

Thailand Editor: Mrs. Niti Sampat

Tel: +66(0) 2300 4543 – 62 ext. 3718 Admin: Mr. Nikom Rord-Kwan

Fax: +66(0) 2300 4143 Mrs. Niti Sampat

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.education.au.edu

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