Bridging Skills Gaps: Enhancing Adult and Vocational Education for Thailands Workforce in the Digital Era
Keywords:
Adult Education, Vocational Training, Skills Gap, Digital Economy, Lifelong LearningAbstract
Thailand’s workforce faces significant skills gaps, particularly in light of the rapid advances in digital technology and shifting job market demands. This paper examines the critical need for improvements in adult and vocational education (VET) to address these gaps, focusing on the integration of new teaching methodologies and technologies that align with the current needs of the workforce. The paper discusses the importance of adapting Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) systems to meet the requirements of the digital age, promoting lifelong learning, and ensuring that education systems are inclusive and accessible. Through examining case studies and global best practices, this paper emphasizes the importance of public-private partnerships, innovative teaching practices, and targeted policies that can effectively bridge the skills gap in Thailand, fostering a workforce prepared for future challenges in the digital economy.
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