Khon Kaen University (KKU) hosted a seminar on May 30, 2025, titled “Outcome-Based Education Curriculum Implementation with Generative AI: Bridging Design and Practice,” aimed at enhancing its curriculum to international standards through the integration of artificial intelligence. The event, held at the Pullman Khon Kaen Raja Orchid Hotel, drew over 230 faculty members responsible for curricula across all faculties and relevant university staff.
The seminar was presided over by KKU President, Assoc. Prof. Charnchai Panthongviriyakul .Asst. Prof. Denpong Soodphakdee ,Vice President for Education and Digital, delivered the opening report.A key highlight of the morning session was the official launch of the “KKU CORE-C Curriculum” system. This central, comprehensively developed program is designed to manage all aspects of the curriculum lifecycle, from proposing new courses and structuring them according to Outcome-Based Education and Program Learning Outcomes (OBE-PLO) to handling complex data input.
The seminar aimed to elevate curriculum quality to meet the demands of economic, social, and technological shifts in the digital era. Its objectives included promoting Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and applying Generative AI technology to systematically improve the efficiency of curriculum design, development, and assessment.
Asst. Prof. Denpong Soodphakdee emphasized the necessity of continuous adaptation in modern education to address global complexities, uncertainties, and intense competition. “Adopting an Outcome-Based Education approach is a crucial mechanism to enhance teaching and learning quality, ensuring graduates possess competencies and characteristics aligned with labor market and societal needs,” he stated. “Simultaneously, digital technology, especially Generative AI, plays a vital role in supporting educational processes, including curriculum design, evaluation, and effective learning management, which will concretely drive our curriculum towards international standards.”
KKU President,Assoc. Prof. Charnchai Panthongviriyakul , added that the project aligns with Khon Kaen University’s strategic plan for 2025-2028, focusing on transforming education management and transitioning the organization into the digital age. “We must create educational innovations that sustainably elevate our curriculum quality for international competitiveness. The synergy between OBE and AI technology will enable us to design curricula that truly meet the needs of learners and society, while also enhancing systematic curriculum management. The KKU CORE-C Curriculum system launched today is a vital tool to drive our university’s curriculum development to its highest potential.”
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wanwipa Kaewpradit Phonphinit, Deputy Director for Academic Affairs at the Office of Academic Administration and Development, noted that the seminar lays an important foundation for developing personnel in curriculum affairs. She highlighted the participation of experts from various fields, both internal and external to the university, to share knowledge and experiences, fostering a clear understanding among faculty on applying AI to improve curriculum quality and teaching.
The seminar featured a comprehensive program. Morning sessions included lectures on “Streamlining and Enhancing Curriculum Submissions by Generative AI” by Asst. Prof. Dr. Denpong Soodphakdee, and “Outcome-Based Education Curriculum Implementation” by Asst. Prof. Dr. Sasithorn Suwanthep, an advisor to the President of King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi. A panel discussion, “Sharing Perspectives on Outcome-Based Curriculum Development,” featured Assoc. Prof. Dr. Artit Sinthusiriwanich and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wisapat Chaijaroen. The morning concluded with “Shaping the Future of Learning: Inspiring Curriculum Innovation Together” by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Charnchai Panthongviriyakul.
Afternoon sessions focused on practical application, with workshops on “OBE-oriented curriculum design with Generative AI” led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wattana Pattanagul, “Curriculum Review: Enhancing Efficiency and Accuracy by Generative AI” by Asst. Prof. Dr. Anucha Somabutr and Prof. Dr. Teerasak Damrongrungsruang, and “From Insight to Action: Using AI-Powered Gap Analysis for Curriculum Redesign” by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Darunee Chotisayangkoon.
Further information on curriculum and cooperative education can be found at https://curriculumportal.kku.ac.th/
