ADAPTATION OF THAI STUDENTS IN A MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY CASE STUDY OF THAI STUDENTS IN DARJEELING INDIA

Abstract

This article has an objective for study adaptation and patterns of adjustment of Thai students in the society of multicultural in case studies of Thai students in Darjeeling India. Using the qualitative research model by studying the document and in-depth interviews with who give important information was Thai students, English teachers, Housing owners, agents and Thai monks in Darjeeling. The tools used to collect information are in-depth interviews, observations and inquiries, and analysis data from study papers. And information from in - depth interviews Presentation information in a descriptive format. The research results were found that the society of multicultural of Darjeeling consists of Ethnic diversity. Thai students to study and needed to adaptation and suited the area. 1) there are 5 adjustments 1.1) Education: New students moved who cannot use English. It will takes about three months to adjust until they can communicate. 1.2) Emotional early coming some children have stress. If unable to adjust emotionally they couldn’t stay 1.3) Weather. Students have to adjust to the colder climate throughout the year 1.4) Food. Students have to adjust to food 1.5) Culture Darjeeling is a small city with culture and Ethnic diversity Must be physically and mentally ready For good adaptation 2) The pattern of adaptation of Thai students in multicultural society is classified into 3 forms, namely, form 1: fear, dare to approach, chat, make friends, as a form of new children. Form 2 Approaching to chat, make friends and form 3 dare to challenge the battle, find the enemy make difficult to use life.