Electricity price for May-August to remain unchanged

12 Sept 09:33 Key points summarised by AI

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has decided to maintain the fuel tariff (FT) at 36.72 satang per unit for May to August, effectively keeping electricity prices at 4.15 baht per unit.
During Thailand's dry season, the Office of Energy Regulatory Commission encourages households to conserve energy by switching off lights, setting air conditioners to 26oC, unplugging appliances, and planting trees.

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.