Digital Transformation and Educational Management in Northeast Thailand: A Documentary Analysis of Policy Implementation and Regional Development Strategies (2017-2022)
Keywords:
digital transformation, educational management, Northeast Thailand, policy analysis, regional development, documentary researchAbstract
Background: Northeast Thailand (Isan) faces persistent educational inequalities despite national reform initiatives. The Thailand 4.0 policy framework and digital transformation strategies present new opportunities for addressing regional educational disparities through innovative management approaches.
Purpose: This study examines the implementation of digital transformation policies in educational management across Northeast Thailand from 2017-2022, analyzing their effectiveness in addressing regional educational challenges and promoting equitable development.
Methods: A comprehensive documentary analysis was conducted using 127 policy documents, government reports, academic publications, and statistical databases from Thai and international sources. Content analysis techniques were employed to identify themes, patterns, and policy outcomes. Quantitative data from Thailand's Ministry of Education, National Statistical Office, and OECD databases were analyzed using descriptive statistics and trend analysis.
Results: The analysis reveals significant policy gaps between national digital transformation initiatives and regional implementation capacity. While urban areas in Northeast Thailand achieved 73% digital infrastructure coverage by 2022, rural areas lagged at 41%. Educational management effectiveness improved by 23% in provinces with comprehensive digital integration programs, compared to 8% in areas with limited implementation.
Conclusions: Digital transformation policies show promise for educational management improvement in Northeast Thailand, but require region-specific adaptation strategies. Successful implementation depends on coordinated investment in infrastructure, teacher training, and community engagement, with particular attention to rural-urban disparities.
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