Mathayom 1 - 3
The English Program uses English language as a medium of instruction in at least 4 subjects at Mathayom 1, 2, 3 levels: Mathematics, Science, English, Computer and Information Technology.
Mathayom 4 - 6
English language is also used as a medium of instruction in teaching 6 subjects at Mathayom 4, 5, 6 levels: Mathematics, English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Computer Technology.
Why it is necessary to learn in Science?
Science plays an important role in our present and future world communities as it relates to our
everyday life and livelihoods. Science also involves technologies, devices and various product at our
disposal, which facilitate our life and work. All this benifits its from our scientific knowledge, which
combined with creativity as well as other disciplines. Science enables us to develop our thinking skills
in various respect- logical, creative analytical and critical. It also enables us to acquire investigate
skills for seeking knowledge the ability of systematic problem solving and verifiable decision-making
based on diverse data and evidences. Science is essential to the modern world which is intrinsically a
knowledge society. All of us therefore need to be provided with scientific knowledge so as to acquire
knowledge and understanding of nature and man-made technologies and to apply them through
logical creative and moral approaches.
What is learned in Science
The learning area of science is aimed at enabling learners to link knowledge with processes acquire essential skills for investigation, build up knowledge through investigative processes, seek knowledge and solve various problems. Learners are allowed to participate in all stages of learning with activities organized through diverse practical work suitable to thier levels. The main content areas are prescribed as follows:
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Living Things and Process of Life: Living things basic units of living things; the structures and functions of various systems of living things and the processes of life, the biodiversity genetic transmission the functioning of various system of living things, the evolution and diversity of living things and the biotechnology.
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Life and the Environment: Diverse living things in the environment; the relationship between living things and the environment the relationship among living things in the eco-system; the importance of natural resources utilization and management of natural resources at local, national and global levels; the factors affecting survival of living things in various environments.
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Substances and properties of Substances: The properties of materials and substances, binding forces between particles changes inthe state of substances the solution formation and chemical reaction of substances chemical equations and separation of substances.
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Forces and Motion: The nature of electromagnetic, gravitational and nuclear forces acting on objects, motion of objects frictional forces moment of variety of motions in daily life.
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Energy: Energy transformation the properties and phenomena of lights, sound, electrical circuits, electromagnetic waves, radioactivity and nuclear reactions; the interrelationship between substances and energy; energy conservation the effects of utilizationnof energy on life and the environment.
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Change Process of the Earth: The structure and components of the Earth; geological resources the physical properties of soil, rock water and air; the properties of the earth surface and atmosphere change processes of the earth's crust the geological phenomena the factors affecting atmosphere change.
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Astronomy and Space: Evolution of the solar system, galaxies the universe, interrelationship and effects on living things on the earth the relationship between the sun, the moon and the earth the importance of space technology.
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Nature of Science and Technology: The scientific processes investigation for seeking knowledge, problem-solving and scientific mind.
Why it is necessary to learn occupations and technology?
The learning area of computer and technology contributes to development of learners in acquiring knowledge and understanding basic skills essential to thier lives. Learners will thus be alert to changes and able to apply knowledge about living, occupations and technology to thier work with creativity and competitiveness in Thai society and the world community. Learners will be able to see prospects for thier future careers, love working and have a favourable attitude towards work as well as lead a happy life in society, based on the principles of sufficiency.
What is learned in occupations and technology?
The learning area of occupations and technology is aimed at learner's holistic development with a view to enabling them to acquire knowledge, capacity and essential skills required for work. Learners will thus efficiently see the prospects of thier future careers and further education. The main contents include:
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Life and family: Work in daily life; ability to help themselves, thier families and society under guidance of the principles of sufficiency economy, intent not to destroy the environment emphasis on actual practice until attainment of confidence and pride in thier accomplishment in order to discover thier own capacities, attitudes and intersts
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Design and Technology: Creative development of human capacities by applying knowledge with technological processes to create objects, untensils and methodologies or to increase efficiency in life.
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Information and Communication Technologies ( ICT ) : Process of information technologies; communication the search for data application of data and information solution of problems or creation of work, value and effects of ICTs.
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Occupations: Skills essential to learners' occupations; recognition of the importance of morality, ethics and favourable attitude towards occupations ability to use technologies appropriately appreciation of value of honest occupations; and ability to see prospects for future careers.
Why it is necessary to learn mathematics?
Mathematics is highly important to development of the human mind. It enables a person to acquire skills in creativity, logic and systematic and methodical thinking, and allows one to carefully and thoroughly analyse various problems or situations, anticipate, plan, make decisions, solve problems and accurately and appropriately apply mathematics in daily life. Mathematics serves as a tool for learning science, technology and other disciplines. It is therefore useful to one’s life, enhances quality of life and enables a person to live in harmony with others.
What is learned in mathematics
The learning area for mathematics is aimed at enabling all children and youths to continuously learn this subject in accord with their potentiality. The contents prescribed for all learners are as follow:
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Numbers and Operations: Numerical concepts and sense of perception; real number system; properties of real numbers; operation of numbers; ratio; percentage; problem-solving involving numbers; and application of numbers in real life
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Measurement: Length; distance; weight; area; volume and capacity; money and time; measuring units; estimation for measurement; trigonometric ratio; problem-solving regarding measurement; and application of measurement in various situations.
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Geometry: Geometric figures and properties of one-dimensional geometric figures; visualization of geometric models; geometric theories; and geometric transformation through translation, reflection and rotation.
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Algebra: Pattern; relationship; function; sets and their operations; reasoning; expression; equation; equation system; inequality; graph; arithmetic order; geometric order; arithmetic series; and geometric series.
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Data Analysis and Probability: Determining an issue; writing questions; determining methods of study; study; data collection, systematization and presentation; central tendency and data distribution; data analysis and interpretation; opinion polling; probability; application of statistical knowledge and probability; application of probability in explaining various situations as well as for facilitating decision-making in real life.
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Mathematical Skills and Processes: Problem-solving through diverse methods; reasoning; communication; communication and presentation of mathematical concepts; linking mathematics with other disciplines; and attaining ability for creative thinking.
Why it is necessary to learn foreign languages?
In the present global society, learning foreign languages is very important and essential to daily life, as foreign languages serve as an important tool for communication, education, seeking knowledge, livelihood and creating understanding of cultures and visions of the world community. Foreign languages enable learners to be aware of diversity of cultures and viewpoints in the world community, conducive to friendship and cooperation with various countries. They contribute to learners’ development by giving learners better understanding of themselves and others. The learners are thus able to learn and understand differences of languages and cultures, customs and traditions, thinking, society, economy, politics and administration. They will be able to use foreign languages for communication as well as for easier and wider access to bodies of knowledge, and will have vision in leading their lives.
The foreign language constituting basic learning content that is prescribed for the entire basic education core curriculum is English, while for other foreign languages, e.g., French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, Pali and languages of neighbouring countries, it is left to the discretion of educational institutions to prepare courses and provide learning management as appropriate.
What is learned in foreign languages
The learning area for foreign languages is aimed at enabling learners to acquire a favourable attitude towards foreign languages, the ability to use foreign languages for communicating in various situations, seeking knowledge, engaging in a livelihood and pursuing further education at higher levels. Learners will thus have knowledge and understanding of stories and cultural diversity of the world community, and will be able to creatively convey Thai concepts and culture to the global society. The main contents include:
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Language for Communication: Use of foreign languages for listening, speaking, reading and writing, exchanging data and information, expressing feelings and opinions, interpreting, presenting data, concepts and views on various matters, and creating interpersonal relationships appropriately
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Language and Culture: Use of foreign languages harmonious with culture of native speakers; relationships, similarities and differences between languages and cultures of native speakers; languages and cultures of native speakers and Thai culture; and appropriate application
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Language and Relationship with Other Learning Areas: Use of foreign languages to link knowledge with other learning areas, forming the basis for further development, seeking knowledge and broadening learners’ world views
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Language and relationship with Community and the World: Use of foreign languages in various situations, both in the classroom and the outside community and the global society, forming a basic tool for further education, livelihood and exchange of learning with the global society.
