Experiential Learning Behavior for Adaptation ASEAN Economic and Social Changes after the COVID-19 Crisis

Authors

  • Varaporn Klayprayong Panyapiwat Institute of Management, Nonthaburi

Keywords:

Experiential Learning Behavior, ASEAN Economy, Society COVID-19

Abstract

This article describes the importance of ASEAN socio-economic transformation after the COVID-19 crisis. It was pointed to the direct impact on the educational system transforming to online learning and was to study the learning style that is appropriate to the current situation to accommodate future changes using experiential learning theory as the study basis, which is a learning style suitable for adaptation of learners and presents a guideline for the joint development of ASEAN. The application model of Kolb’s experiential learning cycle based on the Constructivist Theory concept for adaptation to ASEAN socio-economic changes after the COVID-19 crisis. In this paper, it serves as a universal model that can be applied to education at all levels and cultures as saying that education is a measure of the country’s development. Therefore, the study of the model to support experiential learning behavior in the future in order to support that change is the foundation for the joint economic and social development of the ASEAN Community. It creates a competitive advantage and defines the role of the region on the global stage.

 

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Published

2021-12-30

How to Cite

Klayprayong, V. . (2021). Experiential Learning Behavior for Adaptation ASEAN Economic and Social Changes after the COVID-19 Crisis. Journal of ASEAN PLUS Studies, 2(2), 32–39. Retrieved from https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/aseanplus/article/view/253243