To advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through international collaboration and knowledge exchange, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University (BSRU) has implemented a series of initiatives that showcase comparative and innovative approaches in education, cultural learning, and professional development. The five highlighted projects emphasize cross-border partnerships, inclusive practices, and the sharing of best practices, providing practical models for fostering quality education, sustainable professional development, and global collaboration aligned with SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
BSRU’s Collaboration with the National Teachers College (NTC) to Promote Creative Teaching Practices among Filipino Teachers in Thailand
Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University (BSRU) strengthened its international partnership with the National Teachers College (NTC), Philippines, through the co-hosting of the Creative Teaching Summit for Filipino teachers in Thailand on 14 December 2024. The event gathered 60 Filipino educators for a day of professional exchange focused on innovative pedagogy and teacher development. The opening ceremony featured remarks from Dr. Edizon A. Fermin, Vice President for Academic Affairs of NTC, and Associate Professor Dr. Chollada Pongpatayothin, Vice President of BSRU, who reaffirmed the university’s commitment to advancing teacher empowerment and regional educational collaboration. H.E. Millicent Cruz Paredes, Ambassador of the Philippines to Thailand, also emphasized the essential role of Filipino teachers in driving educational innovation and cross-cultural understanding across ASEAN.
Workshops led by NTC experts covered key topics such as Filipino Teachers as Creative Professionals, Creative Teaching and Learner Well-being, and Applying Creative Pedagogy in English Language Education. These sessions enabled participants to share strategies, exchange comparative perspectives, and explore classroom innovations aimed at enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Through this collaboration, BSRU and NTC contributed to identifying and promoting international best practices in creative pedagogy, reinforcing SDG 17 by fostering global partnerships for educational innovation and sustainable professional development.
BSRU Strengthens Regional Partnerships for Sustainable Education through MoU with Nepalese Universities
Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University (BSRU) reinforced its global commitment to advancing quality education and sustainability through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kathmandu Shiksha Campus and the Nepal Public Campus Association from 30 October to 3 November 2024. Led by Assistant Professor Dr. Kanakorn Sawangcharoen, President of BSRU, together with university executives and the Bansomdejchaopraya Local Sustainable Development (BLSD) team, the delegation formalized the collaboration to promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in higher education. The MoU aims to strengthen academic exchange, comparative research, and joint initiatives on sustainable community development, fostering a shared commitment to the global goals across social, economic, and environmental dimensions.
As part of the visit, BSRU’s BLSD team conducted a workshop titled “Sustainable Pathways in Asian Higher Education: Development and SDG Benchmarking,” featuring presentations by Assistant Professor Dr. Pattama Wattanapanit, Mr. Konstantinos Balis, Dr. Worawan Pinrattanakorn, and Ms. Itsariphak Hongnimitchai. The session provided a platform for exchanging institutional strategies and comparative insights on SDG implementation and benchmarking in higher education across Asia. This collaboration exemplifies SDG 17 in practice—fostering global partnerships to develop and share international best practices that drive innovation, strengthen educational systems, and contribute to the collective advancement of sustainable development in the region.
Strengthening International Partnerships to Advance SDG Education
In 2024, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University (BSRU) reinforced its global engagement in sustainable development by participating in the Open Cooperation & Development Forum for Application-Oriented Universities 2024 at Nanning University, China. Representing BSRU, the Vice President and the Director of the Office of International Relations and ASEAN Affairs shared the university’s initiatives in fostering international partnerships and integrating sustainability into higher education. The forum gathered representatives from universities and private sector organizations, such as Huawei, to discuss innovative approaches to quality education in the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Through small-group discussions, participants from ASEAN and Chinese universities explored ways to expand collaboration through student and faculty exchanges, joint academic projects, and shared resources. These discussions led to a mutual commitment to develop comparative approaches and strengthen partnerships that contribute to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
Fostering International Collaboration in Music Education for SDG Impact
Between 25–27 July 2024, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University’s College of Music, in collaboration with the International Association for the Study of Popular Music Southeast Asia, hosted the International Pop ASEAN conference on “Human and More-than-Human Entanglements: Popular Music Performance, Education, and Technologies.” The event provided a platform for academics, researchers, and educators from across Southeast Asia to share research, exchange teaching practices, and explore innovative approaches to music education and technology.
Through this international collaboration, participants reviewed comparative approaches to teaching and performance, discussed cross-cultural perspectives, and identified practices that can enhance the quality of education. By fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration across borders, the conference contributed to building international best practices that support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
Fostering ASEAN+3 Collaboration for Inclusive and Sustainable Education
On 18 January 2024, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University (BSRU), through its Office of International Relations and ASEAN Affairs, hosted the Mini Conference: ASEAN+3 Cultural Learning through Daily Life and the ASEAN+3 Cultural Exhibitions and Unity Performance under the theme “Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity for Sustainable Development to Future Prosperity.” The event brought together university leaders, faculty, and students from 8 countries and 14 universities in the ASEAN+3 region to share cultural knowledge, daily life practices, and traditional arts through presentations, performances, and interactive exchanges.
The conference fostered cross-cultural learning and highlighted best practices in inclusive and culturally responsive education. By creating opportunities for students and faculty to exchange knowledge and collaborate across borders, the event supported the development of international approaches to sustainability education, directly contributing to SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). It strengthened networks for future collaborative projects and provided a platform to integrate lessons learned into educational strategies that promote equality, diversity, and sustainability.
