BANGKOK, THAILAND – In an inspiring display of creativity and digital literacy, Thai students have taken center stage in the fight against cyber threats. The “Aunjai Cyber Young Creator Challenge 2024,” a collaborative effort between AIS, the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC), and King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), recently concluded with an award ceremony celebrating the innovative short video clips produced by students across the nation
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The challenge, designed to empower students to become content creators and advocates for safe online practices, saw enthusiastic participation from schools nationwide. The resulting videos, centered around the theme of creative online usage, showcased the students’ understanding of the Aunjai Cyber curriculum’s core principles: Practice, Personality,Protection, and Participation.
Siripong Angkasakulkiat, Advisor to the Minister of Education, praised the initiative as a shining example of public-private collaboration in equipping students with the skills to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly. The videos produced by the students, he noted, will serve as valuable educational resources for their peers, parents, and communities.
OBEC Director Emphasizes Digital Citizenship
Ph.D. Wisanu Subsombat, Director of the Bureau of Academic Affairs and Educational Standards at OBEC, highlighted the importance of digital citizenship and cybersecurity in today’s world. The competition, he said, provided students with a platform to translate their knowledge into creative content that promotes responsible online behavior.
Saichon Submakudom, Head of Public Relations and Business Relations at AIS, expressed his admiration for the students’ diverse storytelling abilities and their commitment to making the internet a safer place. The event, he said, demonstrated the power of education and collaboration in addressing the growing challenges of cyber threats.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suvit Saetia, President of KMUTT, commended the students for their impressive content creation skills.The videos, he said, reflected the students’ deep understanding of the Aunjai Cyber curriculum and their ability to apply that knowledge to real-world challenges.
Competition Highlights
- The “Aunjai Cyber Young Creator Challenge 2024” invited students to create short videos on the theme of creative online practices, drawing from the 4P principles of the Aunjai Cyber curriculum.
- The competition was open to elementary and secondary students from OBEC-affiliated schools nationwide.
- Winners received scholarships, trophies, and certificates of achievement.
- Videos were judged on completeness, clarity, relevance, creativity, and production quality.
The schools that won awards at the “Aunjai Cyber Young Creator Challenge 2024” are:
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Primary School Level
- Practice Topic: Bannongmueangklang School, Yasothon Primary Educational Service Area Office 2
- Personality Topic: SungAum Witthaya School, Pathum Thani Primary Educational Service Area Office 1
- Protection Topic: Banlahansai School (Khuru Rat Bamrung Witthaya), Buriram Primary Educational Service Area Office 3
- Participation Topic: Wat Pak Nam School (Prasat Witthayakarn), Chanthaburi Primary Educational Service Area Office 2
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Secondary School Level
- Practice Topic: Nasan School, Surat Thani Primary Educational Service Area Office 3
- Personality Topic: Rahan Wittaya School, Kamphaeng Phet Secondary Educational Service Area Office
- Protection Topic: Banna “Nayokpitthayakorn” School, Prachin Buri Nakhon Nayok Secondary Educational Service Area Office
- Participation Topic: Pangmakawittayakom School, Kamphaeng Phet Secondary Educational Service Area Office
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Popular Vote Award: Nongkungwittayakom School, Kalasin Primary Educational Service Area Office 1
The “Aunjai Cyber Young Creator Challenge 2024” stands as a testament to the power of youth in shaping a safer and more responsible digital landscape. Through their creativity and passion, these young creators have not only enhanced their own digital literacy but also inspired others to embrace safe online practices. As Thailand continues its digital transformation, initiatives like this will play a crucial role in ensuring that the next generation is equipped to thrive in the digital age.
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