ED. CONNECT The Graduate School of Education Newsletter Strategic Directions: Mission Vision & Goals Revision The Graduate School of Education and Psychology revised their mission, vision and goals: Vision: To be recognized as a leader in graduate studies of education and psychology with a strong focus on the pursuit of professional knowledge in the education and counseling psychology communities on a worldwide basis with high levels of leadership in research, practice and community development. Mission: To advance, transmit and sustain cutting-edge knowledge and understanding through the conduct of teaching, research and scholarship at the highest international standards, for the benefit of those people employed in, or seeking employment in, the educational and counseling psychology professions. Goals: 1. To be recognized as a leader in graduate studies of education and psychology. 2. To produce graduates with leadership competencies, professional and academic integrity. Research and Creative Work Support Seminar on “Conducting an Ethical Research with a Focused Review of the Literature” Seminar on Educational Research for Students At 6.00p.m, the seminar started with the information provided by Dr. Yan Ye about the students‟ research training seminar. Then, our Guest speaker Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bro. Thomas Oldenski was invited to talk about Conducting an Ethical Research with a Focused Review of the Literature for guiding students‟ Educational Research. He especially explained the importance of ‟Review Literature‟ and it‟s linkage with the other parts in a research. The APA writing style was introduced; meanwhile, the difference of how to write a good chapter 2 and how to write a literature review paper is focused in the process of the seminar as well. Students were satisfied with this research training seminar, they felt it helped them to not only know how to write a better literature review, but also how to deal with the problems well in the process of conducting their research; and meanwhile, they were also expecting this kind of seminar could be organized more in the future. -Dr Yan Ye Academic Year 2014 (August 2014 - July 2015) ISSN: 1686-4948
The Graduate School of Education and Psychology revised their mission, vision and goals:
Vision: To be recognized as a leader in graduate studies of education and psychology with a strong focus on the pursuit of professional knowledge in the education and counseling psychology communities on a worldwide basis with high levels of leadership in research, practice and community development.
Mission: To advance, transmit and sustain cutting-edge knowledge and understanding through the conduct of teaching, research and scholarship at the highest international standards, for the benefit of those people employed in, or seeking employment in, the educational and counseling psychology professions.
Goals: 1. To be recognized as a leader in graduate studies of education and psychology.
2. To produce graduates with leadership competencies, professional and academic integrity.
Research and Creative Work Support
Seminar on “Conducting an Ethical Research with a Focused Review of the
Literature” Seminar on Educational Research for Students
At 6.00p.m, the seminar started with the information provided by Dr.
Yan Ye about the students‟ research training seminar.
Then, our Guest speaker Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bro. Thomas Oldenski was invited to talk about Conducting an Ethical Research with a Focused Review
of the Literature for guiding students‟ Educational Research. He
especially explained the importance of ‟Review Literature‟ and it‟s
linkage with the other parts in a research. The APA writing style was
introduced; meanwhile, the difference of how to write a good chapter
2 and how to write a literature review paper is focused in the process
of the seminar as well.
Students were satisfied with this research training seminar, they felt it
helped them to not only know how to write a better literature review, but
also how to deal with the problems well in the process of conducting their
research; and meanwhile, they were also expecting this kind of seminar
could be organized more in the future.
-Dr Yan Ye
Academic Year 2014 (August 2014 - July 2015) ISSN: 1686-4948
Teaching and Learning at Seton Hall University 2014
Professional Development Activities: for Students | Alumni | Faculty & Staff Members
In semester 1/2014, the Ph.D. Educational Leadership Program offered the course EL8101
Educational Leadership: Theory and Practice that applies research-based method into studies. An academic
article was one of the assignments which the course coordinator and students could perform their ability in
research by reviewing previous researches and theories related to report the solutions for the practice. Dr.
Nathara Mhunpiew, the course coordinator selected a good article conducted by Fr. Joseph Purayidathil
under the title ‘Social Networks as a Tool for Education: An Awareness of School Leaders’ to publish in an
international journal US-China Education Review A, February 2015, Volume 5, Number 2.
The article mentioned about the nature of human beings in searching and sharing activities for
knowledge as human beings are both information consumers and sharers. In the present world, social
networks play an important role in human life. Studies reveal that human beings have adopted social media
into their work, profession, and so on, other than just communication and entertainment. Education is one of
the fields that adopted social media and new technologies to increase the course effectiveness. Social media
can facilitate students in following professional societies, organizations, or faculty, as well as contributing
discussion points or questions across a network. Nowadays, most of the schools have the technologies, but, if
we analyze them, we will understand that they are presentational than interactive. The authors also explain
about awareness that those in the field of education should have. Social networks can be used successfully in
the context of education because they have got tremendous power. What we have to do is to understand and
help students to understand to make use those possibilities.
The article gives a clear understanding about social networks and its use in the field of education,
and concludes with some important points for the consideration of the school leaders for the use of social
networks in the field of education by making use of all the potentials of social networks.
-Fr. Joseph Purayidathil,
Complete article can be viewed on Ph.D. student in Educational Leadership Program
Guest Lecturer: Special Talk SOAR Strategic Framework applied to Education
Professional Development Activities: for Students | Alumni | Faculty & Staff Members
SOAR as it stands for Strengths Opportunities Aspirations and Results, is a strategy formulation and planning
framework. SOAR takes the appreciative inquiry philosophy and applies it to provide strategic thinking and
dialogue process. Considering its relevance and the need for application in education and research, Graduate
School of Education (GSEd) had organized an interactive and informative session on “SOAR Strategic Framework
applied to Education” for its PhD students on March 12, 2015.
After the initial informative presentation, the participants were taken through a Quick SOAR process. It was
conducted, so that they can experience the wholeness of mind and context, and work upon to create a personal or
organizational strategy which can influence the direction of their research. SOAR leverages “Strengths and
Opportunities” of SWOT analysis and replaces “Weaknesses and Threats” with “Aspirations and Results”. It gives
in a whole new approach to action orientation and subsequent results. All the participants enthusiastically engaged themselves in this transformational process. The outcome was discussed and a feedback was provided to all.
Dr. Perla Rizalina Maturan Tayko who conducted the session, intrigued one and all with her expertise and apt
illustrations, and made it interesting with her conversational style. Dr. Perla is the Director of the Organization
Development (OD) Program, Graduate School of Business, Assumption University. She has been an
Organizational Development and Transformation (ODT) consultant and has worked with various organizations
and academic institutions across the world.
Post the session, a GSEd student proposed a vote of thanks. On behalf of PhD students, he expressed his gratitude
towards GSEd and its program director, Dr. Nathara Mhunpiew and other faculty member, Dr. Kanog-on
Rungrojngarmcharoen for organizing the session, which expanded the students‟ perspective towards SOAR and its
applicability into the educational context effectively.
-Asmita Dani
PhD Candidate
Above: Dr. Perla Rizalina Maturan Tayko, Dr. Nathara Mhunpiew, Dr. Kanog-on
Rungrojngarmcharoen and PhD. EL candidates
Professional Development Activities: for Students | Alumni | Faculty & Staff Members
Ethics, Academic and Professional Development
Last Orientation/New Year Party/Alumni Reunion
On January 17, 2015 the students of Graduate Schools of Education and Psychology got together with alumni and faculty to celebrate the New Year at Grand Four Wings Hotel, Srinakrin Road. Over 90
participants from more than 15 different nations joined in a fun and academically stimulating evening. This activity united Bangladeshi; British; Cambodian; Canadian; Chinese; Filipino; Indian; Iranian; Kenyan; Korean; Myanmar; Taiwanese; Timorese; Thai; USA; and Vietnamese in one event, this improves the school performance in preservation of art and culture and instills the identity of the University into students to reflect the University‟s uniqueness. Dean, Dr. Sangob Laksana, gave a special talk on Ethics, Academic and Professional Development. John McGrath, PhD candidate was the MC; he kept the atmosphere lively by inviting all the performers, it was amazing to see that our students are so talented; many students came in traditional costume reflecting their heritage. A group of Myanmar beauties danced in their traditional attire in a synchronized folk dance, Hui Xie sang a Chinese song, while John McGrath gave a glimpse into the Canadian culture. The evening was filled with many cultural performances; this multicultural event was followed honoring the graduates.
The activity was enjoyable and the food and refreshments were brought to life with musical entertainment
and karaoke.
Above 1: Dean, Dr. Sangob Laksana, giving a special talk Above 2: Unity in diversified cultures
Above 1: Graduate School of Education and Psychology students Above 2: Myanmar M.Ed. students performing cultural dance
Dr. Richard Lynch, Program Director of Curriculum and Instruction at the Graduate School of Education, conducted
two teacher professional development sessions near the end of 2014. The first session was at Bangkok Christian
International School (BCIS), where the focus of the presentation was on learner assessment. BCIS teachers and
administrators joined the session, contributing their own experiences and ideas. Dr. Richard was very pleased to meet
and work with graduates and current students of the C&I program at the GSEd who are teachers at BCIS - David
Maksel, Martin Lungley, Zarni Lwin, Maurice Sarmiento.
The second PD session, which focused on Differentiation and Learner Motivation in Teaching, was conducted at Pan
Asia International School (PAIS) in Bangkok.
Differentiation and motivation are always areas of concern for teachers. On December 10, 2014 PAIS hosted a workshop on Differentiation and Leaner Motivation in Teaching. The event was designed and delivered by Dr. Lynch.
The event was held at the PAIS auditorium in front of the entire teaching staff of over 60 teachers. During the morning
session, Dr. Richard gave a presentation on how differentiated teaching and learning can be applied in the classroom
and how that affects student motivation. He gave many examples of implementation and sources of information for the
teaching staff to expand their knowledge and practice.
With ongoing professional development, such as Dr. Richard‟s session, teachers can add variety and relevance to their
teaching repertoires and thereby ensure that their students are receiving the education that they deserve, becoming
intrinsically motivated and working to the best of their abilities, competing ultimately against themselves, not against
others. With this in mind, students can become holistic individuals but also be able to work within groups to create a
better future for society.
In the afternoon the teaching staff was divided into groups and they used the morning presentation‟s main ideas to
create real-world uses, which could be applied in their classrooms. The teachers then gave their own presentations and examples of how they can expand the concepts of Differentiation and Motivation in their own subject areas and daily
teaching situations. The teachers were given Certificates of Attendance and Dr. Lynch‟s presentation materials with
links to further information on the day‟s topic. - Douglas Swartz & Adrian Lee (M.Ed. students)
Teachers’ Professional Development Academic Service Providing Professional Development Activities for Teachers at Bangkok
Christian International School (BCIS) and Pan Asia International School (PAIS)
Academic Services
Above: BCIS Teachers and administrators with Asst.
Prof. Dr. Richard Lynch
Above: PAIS Teachers and administrators with Asst.
Prof. Dr. Richard Lynch
Preservation of Thai Art Culture
Day One: After hearing the history and learning about the culture of the local area, and in particular, Klong Klone
Mangrove Forest we were off for lunch on a „Floating Restaurant” Thai style, a first for the many foreigners involved. After
getting our fill of traditional meals and the local specialty, “Namphrik-Pla-Thu“, it was off in boats to plant trees and
ourselves waist deep in mud! Hard work! It was a good thing we had stopped off for some water skiing fun! This was
followed with an evening visiting a local coconut sugar producer where we learned, purchased and sampled the wonderful
treats under the watchful eyes of thousands of fireflies that lit up the evening sky!
Day Two: As the group became more comfortable with each other friendships blossomed over the breakfast table. Buddies
had to be more skillful in taking care of their Buddy anonymously. Suspicions ran high! It was soon time to head off to visit
the Chaipattana Foundation and King Rama II Memorial Park. A short walk away was the Amphawa Floating Market. A
casual few hours of strolling found many of us trying local cuisine and purchasing uniquely Thai souvenirs.
Late afternoon found us returning to the home-stay for quiet reflection about our learning. People headed of alone or in
groups to rest and relax. At one time, with the river flowing lazily by, five people were engaged in a spirited discussion about
different cultures and religions in which two priests, a Buddhist monk and several laypersons of various faiths discussed and
shared their spiritual heritage.
After dinner we gathered in a meeting room and were taught and participated in a Thai ceremony. An early activity in
which the participants paid respect to their professors in a “Wai Kru” type ceremony capped off our first evening that had
been introduced by the Dean, Dr. Sangob Laksana who gave a talk about English, Ethics and Entrepreneurialism. A
learning experience for everyone. Of course, the “Wai Kru” ceremony was followed by a social time in which students
engaged in cooperative games designed to reinforce the early afternoon activity, karaoke included!
Sunday morning found us with new friends and rich experiences that were capped off by a hearty group activity where we
had to try and “guess” our buddies. Some figured it out quickly while others were completely fooled. With spirits high we
headed to the buses for a noisy ride back to Bangkok. -John Mcgrath
PhD candidate
The excitement and enthusiasm was contagious as
the graduate classes headed off to Klong Klone and
Amphawa to do social service and learn more about
Thai art and culture. As the students, alumni and
professors boarded the bus there were the usual
opening jitters about getting to know each other.
The bus ride to our destination was quiet. This was
to be the first and only time that would happen
thanks to the leadership of Ms. Kittiya Hongthai, an
alumnus of GSEd who introduced us to the Buddy
Game. An activity designed to make each person feel
special and have a sense that someone was secretly
looking out for him or her. Each successive bus ride
got more engaging as people tried to figure out
whom the “secret buddy” was. By the end of the
weekend many people were swapping seats, stories
and facts about his/her culture.
Student Seminar Off-Campus
“Social Services and Preservation of Thai Art and Culture”
Klong Klone - Amphawa, Samutsongkarm
August 29 - 31, 2014
Above: Graduate School of Education and Psychology faculty and students at Klong Klone and Amphawa
The Graduate schools of Education and Psychology conduct an orientation prior each semester. All new students are
invited. In the academic year 2014 for semester 1/2014 the orientation was held on Saturday, August 16, 2014 in the
room C102, C Building. Six students entered the Ph.D. EL program; Two Students for PhCP program; fourteen students
joined the M.Ed. (Curriculum and Instruction) program; three students opted for the M.Ed. (Educational Administration)
program and Seven joined MSCP program. The students were from Britain, China, Germany, Malaysia, Myanmar,
Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam and U.S.A.
In semester 2/2014 the orientation was held on Saturday, January 10, 2015 in room C 102, C building. One student
joined the Ph.D. program; eight students entered the M.Ed. (Curriculum and Instruction) program; and four students for
the M.Ed. (Educational Administration) program. The students are from China, Malaysia, Myanmar, India, Taiwan,
Thailand, and U.S.A. Our visiting professor, Associate Professor Bro. Thomas Oldenski was also present at the
orientation. Alumnus, Kitiya Hongthai said a few words of encouragement to the new students.
The school organizes the orientation to prepare the new students for their study, providing them the rules, regulations to
be followed as a student. Important material such as the study plan, the vision and mission of the school, are disseminated
to all, making them aware. The Au introductory video is also shown to instill the identity of the university and reflect its
uniqueness. This video introduces the infrastructure and facilities to support effective teaching-learning, research and
administration available in this university. During this activity, all the faculty and staff are introduced to the new students,
and a brief speech is made by all members, a representative of our present student committee also briefs the new students
about the activities and encourages them to join the committee to organize events, this is followed by a question- answer
session. Admission, registration procedures, student activities, graduation requirements etc is all explained. Finally a guided tour through the library is conducted to inform the new students about the facilities available at the library.
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