(March 2, 2025) — Phuket Rajabhat University (PKRU), led by Asst. Prof. Dr. Thawatchai Thoomthong, Vice President for Academic Affairs, along with faculty members from the Mathematics Education Program, Faculty of Education, participated in the 11th National Conference on Mathematics Education hosted by Nakhon Phanom University under the theme “Open Class: The Heart of the Teaching and Learning Study Open Approach (TLSOA) Innovation Model in the Professional Development System.”

During the closing ceremony, PKRU officially received the hosting flag and was entrusted with organizing the 12th National Conference on Mathematics Education, which will take place from February 21–22, 2026, in collaboration with the Mathematics Education Society of Thailand.

In his remarks, Asst. Prof. Dr. Thawatchai Thoomthong, emphasized that the upcoming conference would not only serve as a national academic platform but also create opportunities for knowledge exchange at an international level:

“The 12th National Conference on Mathematics Education will bring together researchers, educators, and graduate students from across Thailand and beyond. We also aim to welcome scholars from ASEAN countries and other international institutions to share research, exchange innovative teaching practices, and explore the beauty of Phuket’s unique cultural and natural heritage,” he stated.

PKRU’s commitment to educational innovation has been evident through its strong collaboration with the Mathematics Education Society of Thailand. Over the past five years, PKRU has actively implemented the Teaching and Learning Study Open Approach (TLSOA) in partnership with local schools, successfully integrating innovative teaching models into real classroom practices.

Notably, the Mathematics Education Program at PKRU has developed a curriculum recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) under the “New Breed Graduates” Program since 2022. This recognition reflects PKRU’s efforts to enhance teacher training, improve educational quality, and expand academic services beyond Phuket to Phang Nga Province and the Andaman region.

The upcoming 12th National Conference on Mathematics Education will serve as a collaborative platform for exchanging research, innovations, and teaching methodologies, aligning with both national education policies and global educational trends. PKRU looks forward to strengthening academic networks, promoting sustainable education, and positioning Phuket as a hub for educational development in the Andaman region and beyond.