Thailand scores very poorly in English language skills!
Thailand is committed to improving English language skills, despite a modest global ranking. The recent deployment of virtual English classrooms in Bangkok is testament to this ambition. However, with a ranking of 8th in the ASEAN region and 101st globally in the English Proficiency Index 2023, it is clear that there is still room for growth. This article delves into the current challenges and opportunities for English language education in Thailand, a crucial factor in its drive for global connectivity and development.
Is English widely spoken in Thailand?
My name is Ria, I am 61 years old and I will soon be going to Thailand for the first time. I wonder what the English language is like there? Is English widely spoken in Thailand? And will I be able to get by easily with just English?
We recently reported that Thailandblog can be read in several languages. Which language you are presented with depends on your browser settings. Rob V. explained in a comment how you can easily change that, despite that we regularly receive questions about how you can change English into Dutch.
Thailand question: Looking for English course in Udon Thani
I have a question, also on behalf of my girlfriend, she lives near Udon Thani, in the city. She would like to go to English lessons, and now we ask if you know anyone who gives English lessons to Thai people in that district?
Thailand question: Who can teach my girlfriend in Surin, English?
Is there anyone who lives in the North of Surin province? My girlfriend lives in Rawian Nonnarai and would like to learn English. Who can and wants to help her? I am willing to pay compensation for this.
I have been in contact with a Thai woman for a few months now. She can write reasonable English so chatting is pretty good only when we do video then we talk and that could be better. Does anyone know a good course in Bangkok to improve your English speaking skills?
English language proficiency in Thailand failed for third year
For the third consecutive year, Thai's command of the English language has dropped. On EF Education First's annual English Proficiency Index, Thailand scores 419 out of 800, which is considered 'very low'. With 652, the Netherlands occupies the highest place of all XNUMX countries surveyed this year.
I am a teacher of English (and Dutch), have a TEFL and a Master's degree in English Literature and a lot of experience at havo/vwo level *+ 25 years). Years ago I already taught in Thailand, but I have no contacts anymore.
The annual measurement of English proficiency worldwide, the EF English Proficiency Index, shows that the Dutch have the best command of the English language. Belgium is in 13th place and Thailand can be found in a disappointing 74th place on this list of 100 countries.
Learn the English language with Bangkok Post
If you have a Thai girlfriend/boyfriend who wants to improve her/his English, Bangkok Post (on the internet) has a nice section: Learning from news. The principle is simple but effective. The English texts in a news item are explained, especially the more difficult words. You can also download the written text as spoken text so that you can practice pronunciation.
Thailand scores poorly on English language proficiency and drops 11 places in the ranking
Thailand and the English language remains a difficult marriage. The country has dropped no less than eleven places on the EF English Proficiency Index 2018. Thailand ranks 88th on the list of 64 countries where English is not the native language. The command of the English language scores 48,54 against 49,7 in 2017. Both scores are regarded as low command, in short, bad.