Chao Phraya express boat fares to rise by 1 baht from Aug 21

28 Sept 20:10 Key points summarised by AI

Chao Phraya express boat fares will increase by 1 baht for all passengers starting August 21, citing a rise in diesel prices to 37.59 baht per litre.
This adjustment is the latest in a series of fare changes this year influenced by fluctuating diesel costs, with the company committing to reduce fares if prices fall.

Examining Thailand’s four-part education revolution

Yesterday 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.