Chiangmai Overseas Learning Experience Programme (7-12 Nov 2023)

During the 7 Nov (Tues) to 12 Nov (Sun) 2023, 14 SST students and 3 teachers embarked on a Learning Journey to Chiangmai, Thailand.

The objectives of the trip are for students to:

1. Develop skills, knowledge, and attitudes relevant to Astronomy through a visit to the National Astronomy Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT) facilities in Thailand, including the Princess Sirindhorn AstroPark (AstroPark), the Thai National Observatory (TNO), and the Thai National Radio Observatory (TNRO).

2. Develop effective personal and interpersonal skills through the field trip.

3. Provide a valuable differentiated learning experience in participating in a field trip where students learn about Astronomy Education and Research in a new learning environment.

4. Develop awareness about Sustainable Development in Northern Thailand through the The King’s Royal Projects.

The programme for the trip is as follows: 

Day 1: Arrive at Chiang Mai

Day 2: Head to AstroPark, Exhibition @ Astro Park, Visit Engineering Facility, Tour around Old Town

Day 3: Travel to Doi Inthanon National Park, Doi Inthanon National Park, Thai National Observatory (TNO), Stargazing @ Doi Inthanon National Park

 

Day 4: Travel to Astro Park, Planetarium show at 11 am local time, Thai National Radio Observatory (TNRO)

 

Day 5: Mae Taeng Elephant Camp, Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, Astro Park @ 6 pm for Stargazing

Day 6:  Return to Singapore