Generative AI: The Key to Success in Teaching for Professional Educators

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Wannasiri Thurapaeng
Supatra Suriwong
Eknarin Bangthamai
Sitthichai Laisema

Abstract

This article explores the role of generative artificial intelligence (AI) as a key enabler in enhancing teaching success through the development of modern teachers' instructional competencies. It highlights how AI can be applied to design and generate engaging learning content-such as text, images, audio, and video-thus creating a more modern and responsive learning environment tailored to learners’ needs. The appropriate integration of AI tools enhances learning effectiveness, while ethical considerations-such as transparency, data privacy, and bias prevention-must also be addressed.


In the 21st century, a professional teacher must be more than a subject expert and knowledge transmitter. Teachers must act as learning designers, coaches, and motivators who understand the learners’ contexts and use technology effectively to support holistic student development. Continuous self-improvement in academic knowledge, technological literacy, and innovation is essential for teachers to remain relevant in today’s rapidly changing world. Rather than replacing teachers, generative AI serves as a supportive tool that strengthens professional competencies and sustainably elevates the quality of education.

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Thurapaeng, W., Suriwong, S., Bangthamai, E., & Laisema, S. (2025). Generative AI: The Key to Success in Teaching for Professional Educators. Education Journal of Nakhon Si Thammarat Rajabhat University, 4(2), e1225. retrieved from https://so16.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/EJ-NSTRU/article/view/1225
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