THE 21st CENTURY LEARNING MANAGEMENT COMPETENCY OF TEACHERS IN SCHOOLS UNDER BANGKOK METROPOLITAN ADMINISTRATION

Abstract

Competency is the sum of knowledge, skills, and various potentialities of an individual that are demonstrated and made evident. It is the result of continuously accumulating knowledge and developing skills through learning and experiences. Competency is a combination of skills, knowledge, behavior, and various attributes, which are key factors that can enhance work efficiency. For school teachers, competency in learning management in the 21^st century is a critical factor that affects the quality of student learning and development. Teachers with high competency can fully develop their students' potential. Therefore, developing and promoting these competencies is essential for teachers to focus on continuously improving teaching and learning for students in both the present and future. The components of a teacher's competence in learning management include the ability to organize learning activities, the ability to create learning networks, the ability to use media and technology in learning management, the ability to develop students' learning skills, and the ability to enhance students' knowledge creation. Teacher development can be achieved through various methods such as orientation, on the job training, coaching, job rotation, training through special programs, internship training, and study visits. Bangkok is a rapidly changing and developing capital city. Therefore, teachers in schools under the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration need to adapt and incorporate new technologies into their learning management. This is to prepare students to cope with the challenges of the present and future world. Having the competency to manage 21^st century learning enables teachers to create a modern learning environment that meets students' needs. This helps students acquire essential skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective use of technology.