Revolutionizing thai classrooms: The Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC) drives the development of higher-order systemic thinking processes, shifting from rote memorization to fostering innovators from preschool to upper secondary levels. Dr. Pichet Phophakdee, Secretary-General of the Office of the Basic Education Commission, presided over the opening of the workshop 'Developing Administrators, Teachers, and Students towards Innovation' using the 5-step model: Gathering, Processing, Applying 1, Applying 2, Self-Regulating (GPAS 5 Steps) at Ratchawinit School. The goal is to transform the 'DNA of Thai classrooms' from rote memorization to creative innovation, from passive learning to active learning: a turning point requiring bold decision-making.

According to Thai News Agency, the initiative, spearheaded by Dr. Pichet Phophakdee, aims to equip educators and students with tools necessary for a shift from traditional learning to innovative thinking. This transformation is expected to instill a culture of creativity and critical thinking in Thai classrooms, thereby nurturing future innovators. The GPAS 5 Steps model is central to this initiative, focusing on a comprehensive educational approach that emphasizes gathering information, processing it, applying knowledge in two phases, and fostering self-regulation among learners.

The workshop held at Ratchawinit School marks a significant step in this educational reform. It brings together administrators, teachers, and students to engage in a participatory learning process. This collaborative effort is designed to empower participants to move beyond rote learning, fostering an environment where active learning can thrive and where students are encouraged to become innovative thinkers.