Management of Learning and Teaching Activities in Promoting Practical Skills for Industrial Electronic Education

Abstract

The objective of this article is to manage learning and teaching activities in promoting practical skills for industrial electronic education which put focus on crucial role and participation of learners in learning activities according STEAM education. The learning process consists of (1) search or determination, (2) experiment, (3) discussion and exchange, (4) conclusions and evaluation and (5) application. The research tools consist of teacher manuals, instructional media such as simulation program, laboratory set, computer media and evaluation form. After testing developed learning model in Power Electronics course with the sample group extracted from students of Chitralada Technology Institute, the authors found that developed learning model according to STEAM education encouraged students to participate in learning activities management. The learning model according to their proficiency and knowledge can promote students to practice professional skills, gain experience from team working. Moreover, students are satisfied with the activities promoting efficiently practical skills in technology education. The management of learning activities indeed help preparing the graduates equipped with competencies needed by industry sector.