Thailand’s Kasetsart University abolishes controversial “SOTUS” system

14 Sept 17:32 Key points summarised by AI

Kasetsart University's Bang Khen Campus Student Administrative Board has officially abolished the controversial Seniority, Order, Tradition, Unity, and Spirit (SOTUS) system, known for senior students abusing freshmen through hazing and bullying.
The abolition strictly prohibits all university organizations from SOTUS-related activities, including forced participation, insults, or physical abuse, and establishes a mechanism for students to report any violations to ensure a safer environment.

Examining Thailand’s four-part education revolution

Today 14:22 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Education Ministry is implementing a four-pronged strategy to address its students' below-average performance in PISA 2025 and tackle significant educational inequality.
The plan prioritizes closing performance gaps by increasing funding for small and low-income schools, overhauling the curriculum to foster critical thinking, and adopting a data-driven management system to reduce teacher workload.
Key initiatives include enhancing school safety, combating cyberbullying, and expanding mental health support through peer-to-peer networks, recognizing the severe impact of distress on academic performance.
An education expert advises verifying if PISA improvements stem from structural changes, advocating for a revived STEM curriculum with practical 'learn by doing' methods, and urging bureaucratic reform to link teacher evaluations to student development.