ทักษะชีวิตวัยรุ่นไทยในศตวรรษที่ 21

Abstract

Economic, political and social changes along with the rapid growth of technology and communication in digital world affect the behavior of individuals in social and / or professional interaction. Enhancing life skills for livelihood of people in this era especially children and youth who are the future of the nation. is needed for the appropriate development corresponding to the reality of life. This paper presents the issue entitled “Life Skills of Thai Teen in the 21st Century”. The author synthesized knowledge and conceptual paradigm of learning skills of this century from academic papers, educators, media, and the experienced people. The objective of this paper was to disseminate the knowledge regarding life skills required in teenage, and to learn an understand characteristics of behaviors across generation. This information will be useful for all parties in the society such as social worker and stakeholder who involves in teen care I term of education, nursing and public health. Paradigm shift in education and socialization of teenagers must be done to promote learning skills of future generation to survive and live meaningfully. They will be equipped with social immunity, and able to adapt themselves to the changes in technologybased society. The proper development of youth is the key to produce the quality manpower for the nation.