On June 22, 2026, Associate Professor Dr. Charun Boonkarn, Acting Dean of the School of Education, Walailak University, together with Associate Professor Dr. Walaiporn Mektrirat, Acting Head of the Teaching Practicum Center, faculty members, and staff of the School of Education, visited the Faculty of Education, Ubon Ratchathani University, for a study visit and knowledge exchange on the management of teaching practicum systems.

The visit aimed to exchange ideas, knowledge, and best practices related to the administration of teaching practicum centers and to strengthen academic collaboration between the two institutions. The discussions focused on approaches to improving management efficiency, coordination with partner schools, student supervision, support for university supervisors, and the development of systems that enhance professional teaching experiences in authentic educational settings.

The study visit also provided an important opportunity for executives, faculty members, and staff from both universities to share experiences in teacher education and professional preparation. Such exchanges contribute to the development of stronger academic networks and create possibilities for future cooperation in teacher development, practicum management, academic activities, and other collaborative initiatives.

The School of Education, Walailak University, places strong emphasis on teaching practicum as a key component of professional teacher preparation. Practical experience in schools enables student teachers to integrate theoretical knowledge with real-world practice while developing essential competencies in instructional design, classroom management, communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and professional responsibility.

In addition, authentic practicum experiences help students strengthen their understanding of professional ethics and the responsibilities of teachers while preparing them to respond effectively to diverse learners and changing educational contexts.

The knowledge and management approaches gained from this study visit will be applied to further strengthen the Teaching Practicum Center of the School of Education, Walailak University. The School aims to enhance its support systems, improve operational standards, and provide high-quality professional learning experiences for Bachelor of Education students.

Through this continuous development, the School of Education remains committed to preparing student teachers with the knowledge, competencies, professional values, and practical readiness required for the teaching profession, in line with its KRU PREMIUM approach to developing high-quality future educators.