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Cultural Learning Processes through Local Wisdom: A Case Study on Adult and Lifelong Learning in Thailand

Cultural Learning Processes through Local Wisdom: A Case Study on Adult and Lifelong Learning in Thailand

Archanya Ratana-Ubol, John A. Henschke
Copyright: © 2015 |Volume: 6 |Issue: 2 |Pages: 20
ISSN: 1947-8607|EISSN: 1947-878X|EISBN13: 9781466677623|DOI: 10.4018/ijavet.2015040104
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Ratana-Ubol, Archanya, and John A. Henschke. "Cultural Learning Processes through Local Wisdom: A Case Study on Adult and Lifelong Learning in Thailand." IJAVET vol.6, no.2 2015: pp.41-60. http://doi.org/10.4018/ijavet.2015040104

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Ratana-Ubol, A. & Henschke, J. A. (2015). Cultural Learning Processes through Local Wisdom: A Case Study on Adult and Lifelong Learning in Thailand. International Journal of Adult Vocational Education and Technology (IJAVET), 6(2), 41-60. http://doi.org/10.4018/ijavet.2015040104

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Ratana-Ubol, Archanya, and John A. Henschke. "Cultural Learning Processes through Local Wisdom: A Case Study on Adult and Lifelong Learning in Thailand," International Journal of Adult Vocational Education and Technology (IJAVET) 6, no.2: 41-60. http://doi.org/10.4018/ijavet.2015040104

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Abstract

This article provides the background and concept of Thailand Lifelong Learning [LLL], even attempting a definition. The Thai LLL vision encompasses strategies for developing human qualities such as integrity, self-reliance, adaptability, resilience, and spirituality, to name a few. In some regards LLL seeks to recapture a more fully-developed perspective, on what in earlier times and places [1238 AD in Thailand], was called ‘indigenous education', as it now pursues the benefits of a vibrant Learning Society. Progress of LLL in Thailand at times seems to be very slow and methodological rather than dynamic. It stems from developing a policy of learning processes for establishing solid education systems – Formal, Non-Formal, and Informal. LLL also has developed by means of garnering and integrating ‘Local Wisdom' [a Thai term designating important valued human experience] into what has become known as ‘cultural learning processes'. This Local Wisdom is held by ‘Wisdom Teachers' and encompasses nine areas, as follows: agriculture, handicraft/cottage industry, traditional medicine, conservation of natural resources, funding/community economics, fine arts, languages/literatures, philosophy/religion/tradition, and food/nutrition. Government Organizations and Private Non-Governmental Organizations have strongly supported and have been major forces for advancing cultural learning, LLL, and what may be labeled as a ‘Learning Society'. In addition, collaboration between Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok [Thailand's premier university] and Lindenwood University, St. Charles, Missouri, USA, has helped Thai LLL advance immeasurably and move toward becoming a Learning Society from 2010 to 2015. Added to this, and provided a Model of Cultural Learning, with recommendations for improvement at the National and Community levels. It concludes with assurances toward its creating diversity within the constituencies to be served, strengthening a self-sufficient economy, solidifying moral values, and enhancing Thailand's becoming a vibrant and flourishing Lifelong Learning Society.

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