Electronic portfolio use in Thailand

Authors

  • Noppadol Prammanee
  • Mahmoud Moussa

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5210/fm.v15i2.2835

Abstract

Although the use of the Internet in Thailand has a short history, it continues to develop at a rapid rate. The adoption of the Internet helps the Thai government to apply e-learning into national educational system. This paper presents a brief introduction on how the Thai government is using the Internet and e-learning in education. Beginning with Internet and e–learning issues, this paper discusses different occurrences of electronic portfolio use found in Thailand. Finally, it will examine the potential for electronic portfolio use in the future in Thailand.

Author Biographies

Noppadol Prammanee

Noppadol Prammanee holds a B.A. from Burapha University, Chonburi, Thailand, a M.S. from Fort Hays State University, Kansas (majoring in Instructional Technology), and Ed.D. from Northern Illinois University, Illinois, (majoring in Instructional Technology). His research interests include instructional design, e-learning, computer-mediated communication, human-computer interaction, and engaging learning with technology. He is currently a faculty member at International Graduate Studies Human Resource Development Center, Burapha University, Chonburi, Thailand.

Mahmoud Moussa

Mahmoud Moussa comes from Egypt, and has been working and studying in Thailand for the last three years. He holds a B.A from Helwan University (majoring in Arts of Philosophy) Cairo, Egypt, a M.A. in the International Graduate Studies Programs from Burapha University, Chonburi, Thailand (majoring in Human Resource Development). He is interested in publishing some information, and making it available to the public. His research interests are e-learning, human-computer interaction, and engaging learning with technology. He is currently a faculty member at the International Business Management program, and the College of Integrated Science and technology in Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna, Chiangmai, Thailand. He is also a project manager in the College of Integrated Science and Technology.

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Published

2010-02-03

How to Cite

Prammanee, N., & Moussa, M. (2010). Electronic portfolio use in Thailand. First Monday, 15(2). https://doi.org/10.5210/fm.v15i2.2835