Proposed Directions for the Meaningful Learning in the Thai EFL Context

Abstract

I have revisited this paper and updated some information to provide
recommendations and the rationale for the curriculum changes to the central
educational administration in Thailand. There are many stages to discuss in
the new curriculum planning. However, at this stage, I emphasize on the
overall rationale why we need a new curriculum policy. That is what is
urgently needed to bring about the changes. I am trying to point out some
issues for those concerned to understand the present situation of teaching
English in Thailand. I also explain what needs to be done to improve the
students’ performance in learning English. Broadly speaking, this paper
analyzes the curriculum of English as a foreign language (EFL) context in
Thailand. The reasons why the curriculum in use needs to be changed in
order to support meaningful learning are discussed.