The Needs Analysis of Chinese volunteer teachers on the Thai lecturer: Case study of Training Chinese volunteers Project 2020 (Thailand)

Abstract

The objective of this research paper is to study the needs of Chinese volunteer teachers to the Thai lecturer in providing knowledge to the volunteer teachers, participating in Chinese Volunteer Teachers Training Project (Thailand). Data were collected from Chinese volunteer teachers, at 3 Chinese Volunteer Teachers Training Project (Thailand) centers. The 3 centers consisted of 1) 136 Chinese volunteer teachers from Yunnan Normal University Training Center; 2) 114 Chinese volunteer teachers from Beijing Normal University Training Center and 3) 139 Chinese volunteer teachers from Beijing Language and Culture University Training Center. Altogether there were 389 Chinese volunteer teachers participating the training and 341 Chinese volunteer teachers answered questionnaires.          

The research revealed that Chinese volunteer teachers need to have knowledge and experience from Thai lecturer before going to work in Thailand. They need to have 1) knowledge and experience in Thai culture including Thai culture, traditions, living and current situation in Thailand, 2) Knowledge and experience in Chinese teaching – learning aspect in Thailand, including information on Thailand education system, learners and school’s needs, classroom management and Chinese teaching – learning management. These knowledge and experience will encourage Chinese volunteer teachers to work effectively and work effectively much difficulties in Thailand.