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e-NEWSLETTER 07/14 Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University
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an online newsletter to feature stories, events and interesting information from Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University in hope to open another window for all readers to understand more about the university and open and distance education society.
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During 9-10 May 2014, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University was honored to host the 11th ASEAN Studies Meeting (the OU5 Meeting) in Chiang Mai and Associate Professor Dr. Chailerd Phichitpornchai, President of STOU, gave the opening speech. The purposes of the meeting were to finalize the outcome of the material composition for an international Master’s Program on ASEAN Studies and to discuss future cooperation to implement the program extensively in the 5 ASEAN open universities, consisting of the Open University Malaysia (OUM), the Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU), the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), the Universitas Terbuka (UT) and the Hanoi Open University (HOU). Furthermore, the five open universities have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) in the area of joint research and publication between the OU5.
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by the International Program of Communication Arts for ASEAN The International Program of Communication Arts for ASEAN organized the ASEAN Communication Research Symposium during 3-5 April 2014 at Rama Garden Hotel, Bangkok. The symposium drew over 50 experts and academicians in the field of communications from institutions in the ASEAN countries as well as professionals and general public. The participants have joined presentation forums, group discussions and other programs that allowed them to exchange ideas. The ASEAN Communication Research Symposium was held in awareness of the importance of preparation for entering ASEAN Community in 2015. It aimed to gather knowledge about communications within the ASEAN countries covering the context of all three pillars of ASEAN i.e. security, economic, and socio-cultural. The symposium could also be considered a stage where connections among professionals and practitioners
of communication arts were created. The International Program of Communication Arts for ASEAN is the first international program of Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University. It is currently open for registration and will start in the first semester of 2014. For more information, visit the official page here.
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As part of the Council of University Presidents of Thailand (CUPT) and the Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Leaning (ASAIHLThailand), STOU was honored to host the 2nd General Meeting of CUPT and the 1st General Meeting of ASAIHLThailand of 2014. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chailerd Pichitpornchai, the President of STOU, welcomed almost 100 participants from both government and private educational institutions from all over the county. The Presidents discussed several important matters such as quality assurance, admission examination, research funding and student loans.
The number of disabled students enrolled at Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University at the moment is 450 and counting. It’s the highest number among higher education institutions in Thailand. The students are welcome to take advantages of the University’s Disabilities Support Services from the Center founded in 2006. In order that the faculties and staff can deliver a better support to the disabled students, the Office of Educational Support has been arranging trainings for them. The first training on sign language by lecturers from Thailand Telecommunication Relay Service was on 28 May 2014. The 2nd workshop was a training for ‘Text to Speech’ program, on 24 June 2017. The 3rd training is scheduled for 14-15 August 2014, where workshop on Web Accessibility for Disabilities will be conducted.
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Assistant to the President and other management personnels.
Rambhai Barni Rajabhat University together with STOU’s Office of Continuing Education and other 9 educational institutions jointly held the 4th International Conference on Arts and Cultures in Creative Economy during 1-2 June 2014 at Rambhai Barni Rajabhat University in Chanthaburi. The event was aimed for arts and cultural exchange, arts and cultural studies promotion and research on arts and cultural presentations. The keynote speech by Professor Dr. Apinan Poshyananda, the Director of Office of Contemporary Art and Culture, Ministry Of Culture, focused on the creative economy from local culture to ASEAN Community. During the 2-day conference, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University was represented by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Boonsri Prommapun, Vice-President for University Assets, Asst. Prof. Dr.Sukaroon Wongtim,
The 11 organizers, including Rambhai Barni Rajabhat University, Officer of Continuing Education of Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University, Faculty of Cultural Science of Mahasarakham University, Office of Arts and Culture of Phranakhon Rajabhat University, Social Research Institute of Chiang Mai University, Office of Arts and Culture of Nakhon Pathom Rajabhat University, Ratchphruek College , Office of Arts and Culture of Nakhon Sawan Rajabhat University, Office of Arts and Culture of Kanchanaburi Rajabhat University, Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Cultural Studies of Prince of Songkla University and Office of Arts and Culture of Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University, concluded an MOU on arts and cultural preservation later during the event.
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Trends on Online Learning and Assessment in Education
STOU and UPOU shares experience through web-based seminar.
UPOU, presented their vision on learning and educational assessments via online system. Moreover, the event was honOn 26 March 2014, Sukhothai ored by representatives from Thammathirat Open University STOU who were Associate Pro(STOU) hosted a video conferfessor Dr. Alisa Vanijdee and ence with University of the PhilMr. Trevor John Smith from the ippines Open University (UPOU) School of Liberal Arts, and Dr. in the Republic of Philippines. Khajitpan Kritpolviman, from This project was held under the the School of Science TechnoloMemorandum of Understanding gy, and from UPOU Assistant between two universities in orProfessor Dr. Consuelo dL. der to share knowledge on the Habito and Assistant Professor topic of “The Learning DirecDr. Joane V. Serrano, sharing tions and Educatheir experiences. tional Assessments via Online System� and to extend academic networks with STOU and UPOU specialists in this field. At the beginning of the conference, Associate Professor Dr. Chailerd Pichitpornchai, President of STOU, and Professor Dr. Grace J. Alfonso, President of
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On 14 May 2014, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University administrators led by Associate Professor Dr. Vipa Jaroenpuntaruk, Vice-President for Information Technology, together with Assistant Professor Dr. Monwipa Wongrujira, Assistant to the President, and Mrs. Rattip Phukkeson, Acting Head of International Affairs, welcomed the 7 delegates from the Ministry of Education and Sports, Laos led by Associate Professor Dr. Somkiat Phasy, Director General of ICT Center for Education
and Sports, on the occasion of their visit to Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University to exchange information and experiences on the topic “Distance Learning and E-Learning”. In addition to a special lecture entitled “STOU e-Learning” by Associate Professor Dr. Vipa Jaroenpuntaruk the delegation also observed STOU printing operations and toured the university press, STOU E-Learning Center and Educational Broadcasting Production Center.
On 12 May 2014, Ms. Rattip Phukkeson, Acting Head of the STOU International Affairs welcomed the delegation from Hanoi Open University (HOU). Headed by Dr. Le Van Thanh, the President, the management team from HOU explored the work stations around STOU such as the Educational Broadcasting Production Center, the Library and the University Press. Having concluded an MOU in April the year before, the two universities discussed possible collaborations including the international conference to be held in Vietnam in 2015.
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STOU TIPS Cameras and photography are important while traveling, and these days, taking pictures is a part of daily life for a lot of people too. Professional photographers can spend years practicing and reading books, but a few simple guidelines can help the average person take great pictures at home or on the road. Perhaps the most important advice is to be creative and pay close attention to what’s in the frame before you take a picture. A lot of photographers recommend the “rule of three”, meaning that flat lines (like the horizon) should be in the top third or bottom third — not running through the center of your photo. You can also try placing the subject of your picture artistically, so that it’s not always just in the center but is maybe lower, higher or off to one side. In addition to thinking creatively about the composition of your photos, also pay close attention to the lighting and how your camera responds in differently lit conditions. Sometimes it may automatically use the flash even though a picture without flash may look better. It’s important to understand what your camera can do so you can adjust it to help you take the best photos that you can.
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