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    Thailand has a population of over 67 million people and Bangkok is the capital city. Buddhism is the dominant religion, practiced by 95% of Thai people. Some key cultural customs include removing shoes before entering homes or temples, not touching or passing objects over a person's head due to its sacred nature, and using a wai greeting that involves pressing palms together in a prayer-like motion. Education is compulsory through grade 12 and the national budget allocates over 20% toward education, though dropout rates remain high and class sizes large, focusing on memorization over discussion. New York City has a growing Thai immigrant population of over 7,000 individuals, many residing in Queens.

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    Thailand has a population of over 67 million people and Bangkok is the capital city. Buddhism is the dominant religion, practiced by 95% of Thai people. Some key cultural customs include removing shoes before entering homes or temples, not touching or passing objects over a person's head due to its sacred nature, and using a wai greeting that involves pressing palms together in a prayer-like motion. Education is compulsory through grade 12 and the national budget allocates over 20% toward education, though dropout rates remain high and class sizes large, focusing on memorization over discussion. New York City has a growing Thai immigrant population of over 7,000 individuals, many residing in Queens.

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    Customs, Traditions,

    Taboos

    Background
    Information

    Population: 67,091,089
    (20th)
    Language: Central Thai;
    other Thai dialects
    spoken in various regions
    Capital City: Bangkok
    Climate: Mostly tropical,
    June-October flooding
    Government:
    Constitutional Monarchy
    Ruler: King Bhumibol
    Adulyadej Rama IX.
    Economy: 41% agrarian,
    46% service sector, 13%
    industry
    History: Thai and
    Burmese fought for
    control until 1782.
    Formerly Siam. 1997New Constitution. TodayPolitical instability,

    Taboo: Illegal to write anything


    bad about the King or Queen
    95% of Thailand is Buddhist,
    and young boys used to be
    expected to become monks
    for 3 months
    Greeting: Wai: pressing your
    palms together at chest or
    nose level and bowing head
    slightly
    Many wear yellow on Mondays
    Customary to remove ones
    shoes before entering a
    temple or home
    The head is sacred, so do not
    touch or pass an object over it
    Avoid excessive compliments
    Food: Kao (rice) is eaten at
    most meals; meals usually
    consist of many small dishes
    at the center of the table

    References
    Anonymous. (2013). Kingdom of Thailand. CultureGrams. 1-7. Retrieved
    from http://search.proquest.com/docview/1327769684?accountid=28076
    Asian American Federation. (n.d.). Profile of New York Citys Thai
    Americans: 2012 Edition. Retrieved from
    http://www.aafny.org/cic/briefs/thai2012.pdf
    Dundar, H. (2014). Student learning in south Asia: Challenges,
    opportunities and policy priorities.
    Pang, V. O. (1990). Asian-American children: A diverse population. The
    Educational Forum, 55(1), 49-66.
    doi:10.1080/00131729009339288
    Zebioli, R. C. (2009). Thailand : Economic, Political and Social Issues.
    New York, NY, USA: Nova Science Publishers, Inc.. Retrieved
    from http://www.ebrary.com

    Thailan
    d
    By: Lisa Maley

    Land of the
    Free

    Positive and
    Negative Images
    Tech whiz kids
    Sex Slavery and child prostitution
    HIV- children mistreated
    Skin bleaching
    Somewhat negative opinion of Americans after Vietnam War
    Krathoeys, or ladyboys, highly visible

    Education & Teaching Strategies

    Thailand

    Similarities in Education to
    U.S.

    Most children between 3 and 5 attend preschool


    Education is Compulsory (required by law)
    2 or 4 year options for college

    Public and Private Schools


    In New York
    NYC area Thai population:
    7,244. Half live in Queens.
    Midtown neighborhood on
    Ninth Avenue becoming
    known as Thai Town

    Free until grade 12, and nine


    years of education are required
    Prathom (elementary school)
    In Matthayom (secondary
    school), students may choose
    to start vocational training
    Uniforms are worn at both
    public and private schools.
    Generally only the wealthy can
    afford private school
    Class sizes are usually large
    (20-40 students)
    Schools are often lecture based
    (anubon)
    and rely heavily on
    memorization
    Particular emphasis on science
    and math
    English instruction is standard
    but students have few
    opportunities to practice
    22.3% of national budget spent
    on education, but there are
    high drop-out rates
    170 universities and entrance
    is based on exams; competition

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