Curriculum management strategies that promote 21st-century career skills for students at Samakkhi Wittayakhom 2 School under the Chiang Rai Secondary Educational Service Area Office

Abstract

This study aims to examine the current status and curriculum management strategies that promote 21st-century career skills among students at Samakkhi Witthayakhom 2 School. A mixed-method research approach was employed, utilizing questionnaires and structured interviews. Data analysis was conducted through content analysis and synthesis. The findings indicate that: 1) The overall status of curriculum management is at a high level, with the highest mean score observed in the evaluation of school curriculum implementation. 2) The curriculum management strategies to promote 21st-century career skills for students at Samakkhi Witthayakhom 2 School are structured into six strategies: (1) enhancing teaching and learning processes focused on analytical thinking and problem-solving, (2) improving student quality based on individual aptitudes and potential to equip them with essential 21st-century career skills, (3) developing educational management towards international standards, (4) fostering collaboration with external organizations, (5) strengthening expertise in educational technology, and (6) instilling moral and ethical values in students. These strategies have led to the development of 16 projects and 30 activities.