Bangkok Post
Esports in Thai schools to help build ‘digital human capital’
Compiled by KHAO Editorial — aggregated from 1 outlet. See llms.txt for citation guidance.
◌ Single Source
The Thai government is pushing to integrate esports into schools nationwide, changing the perception from mere entertainment into a tool for preparing “digital human capital” for the global creative industry.
Key facts
- The Thai government is pushing to integrate esports into schools nationwide, changing the perception from mere entertainment into a tool for preparing “digital human capital” for the global creative industry.
- The move by the Ministry of Education is considered an important step in developing Thai young people to support the new economy, deputy government spokeswoman Patdarasm Thongsaluaykorn said on Thursday.
- The policy is also intended to open a new perspective on Thai education by concretely linking digital skills, creativity and the future economy together.
- In the initial phase, esports will first be introduced through “To Be Number One” clubs in schools across the country.
- The initiative will create a space for young people to develop four main areas of skills: technology skills, analytical thinking, teamwork and self-management.
Summary
The move by the Ministry of Education is considered an important step in developing Thai young people to support the new economy, deputy government spokeswoman Patdarasm Thongsaluaykorn said on Thursday.
The policy is also intended to open a new perspective on Thai education by concretely linking digital skills, creativity and the future economy together.