Saharat Laksanasut

Bio

Saharat Laksanasut is a graduate student in the M.S. in Learning, Design and Technology (LDT) program at the Stanford Graduate School of Education. His academic interests center on learning sciences, educational technology, artificial intelligence in education, learning experience design, and English language education.

Before joining Stanford, Saharat served as an English teacher and educational researcher in Thailand, where he designed innovative learning experiences and led projects in educational innovation, teacher professional development, and digital learning. His work integrates design thinking, gamification, and evidence-based pedagogies to create engaging and inclusive learning environments.

Saharat is passionate about designing human-centered learning experiences that empower learners and educators through technology. His long-term goal is to advance educational innovation by bridging research, design, and practice to improve learning opportunities in Thailand and beyond.

Honors & Awards

• The National First Prize Honorary Plaque for Outstanding Best Practice, The Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC), Ministry of Education, Thailand. (2026)
• The First Prize (Outstanding Level) in the OBEC Content Center Best Practice Awards 2026, The Chonburi–Rayong Secondary Educational Service Area Office, Thailand (2026)
• Chulalongkorn University’s National Innovative Teacher Award, Faculty of Education, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand (2026)
• Nominated Teacher for the ASEAN–Australia BRIDGE Program, The University of Melbourne (2025)
• The National Mother’s Day Royal Award, The National Council on Social Welfare of Thailand under the Royal Patronage (2025)
• The National Outstanding Best Practice Digital Media Award, The Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC), Thailand (2025)
• The National Outstanding Research Article Award, The Ministry of Education, Thailand (2025)
• The National Outstanding Teacher Award (Next Generation Teacher Award), The Secretariat Office of the Teachers’ Council, Thailand (2025)
• The Prime Minister’s National Innovation Award, The Office of the Permanent Secretary, the Prime Minister's Office, Thailand (2025)
• The Sukhothai Thammathirat University’s Distinguished Alumni Award, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University, Thailand (2025)
• The National Best Practice in Educational Policy Advancements Award, The Ministry of Education, Thailand (2024)
• The National OBEC Content Center Excellence Award, The Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC), Thailand (2024)
• The National Outstanding Research Article Award, The Ministry of Education, Thailand (2024)
• The Outstanding Thesis/Dissertation Award, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University, Thailand (2024)
• The Regional Classroom Action Research Competition Award, The Secondary Educational Service Area Office (Chonburi Rayong), Thailand (2024)
• The Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University’s Distinguished Alumni Award, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Thailand (2024)
• Gold Medal — National Outstanding Teaching Practice (OBEC Award), The Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC), Thailand (2023)
• The National Outstanding Youth Award, The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, Thailand (2023)
• Winner — Regional Language Teaching Innovation Competition, The Secondary Educational Service Area Office (Chonburi Rayong), Thailand (2023)
• Winner — National Creative Teaching Innovation Competition, The Office of the Education Council, Thailand (2022)
• Winner — National Teacher Day TV Advertising Spot Competition, The Secretariat Office of the Teachers’ Council, Thailand (2022)
• Winner — OBEC Award for Role Model Teacher in Online Teaching, The Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC), Thailand (2022)
• Bronze Medal — National TikTok Creator Competition, The National Human Rights Commission, Thailand (2021)
• The National Outstanding Youth Award in International Relations, The Rotary Foundation, Thailand (2021)
• The National Royal Award for Outstanding Youth, The Ministry of Education, Thailand (2021)
• The National Royal Award for Outstanding Youth, The Ministry of Education, Thailand (2020)
• Winner — National Award for Excellent Research in Education, The Secretariat Office of the Teachers’ Council, Thailand (2020)
• Winner — National Competition of Innovation for Business and Human Rights, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Thailand (2020)

Professional Affiliations and Activities

• English Language Teacher, Angsilapittayakom School, Ministry of Education, Thailand (2021 - Present)
• Head of Research for Educational Development Department (Chonburi 1 Cluster), The Secondary Educational Service Area Office (Chonburi & Rayong), Thailand (2021 - Present)
• Coordinator & Commissioner, UNESCO Associated Schools Network (ASPnet) (2021 - Present)
• Nominated Teacher & Thailand Representative, University of Melbourne — ASEAN–Australia BRIDGE Program (2025 - 2026)
• Thai Language & Culture Instructor (Fulbright Scholar), Ohio University — Fulbright FLTA Program (2024 - 2025)
• Thai Youth Representative, Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) (2023 - 2024)
• Visiting Faculty & English Language Instructor, Demonstration School of Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University (2020 - 2021)
• Thai Youth Representative, United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) (2020 - 2021)

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor of Education, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Bangkok, Thailand, • Bachelor of Education, English • GPAX: 3.98/4.00 (First-Class Honors with Gold Medal Award: First Ranked) • Outstanding Alumni Award (2021)
• Master of Education, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University, Nonthaburi, Thailand, • Master of Education, Curriculum and Instruction • GPAX: 4.00/4.00 (Distinguished Alumni Award) • Outstanding Thesis Award • Thesis Title: The Effect of Communicative Language Teaching Integrated with the Flowchart Technique on English Grammar Ability among Grade 9 Students at Schools under the Chonburi–Rayong Secondary Educational Service Area Office (2023)
• Fulbright Scholar, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, USA, • Non-degree program, Asian Studies • GPAX: 4.00/4.00 (Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program: FLTA) (2025)

Service, Volunteer and Community Work

• TESOL Hackathon Thailand Project, TESOL Hackathon Thailand Project (April 9, 2026 - Present)

  National educator-innovation initiative supported by the U.S. Embassy and YSEALI
  •Established Thailand’s first professional learning movement hackathon, empowering 60+ English teachers annually to design research-based instructional innovations.
  •Organized workshops, coaching, and showcase events promoting human-centered learning design, EdTech integration, and equitable language instruction.
  •Evaluated teacher innovation projects using qualitative and quantitative rubrics to support iterative improvement and classroom scalability.
  •Built partnerships with universities, NGOs, and government agencies to expand nationwide educator participation and knowledge sharing.

  Location

  thailand

• Birds & Bees Thailand: Beyond Boundaries — Sex Education for a Brighter Thailand, Birds & Bees Thailand: Beyond Boundaries — Sex Education for a Brighter Thailand (June 10, 2026 - Present)

  Youth empowerment and evidence-based sexuality education initiative funded by U.S. Embassy
  •Designed and implemented a multi-phase leadership program for female high school student leaders from 12 public schools, advancing sexual and reproductive health, rights, and gender equity.
  •Developed research-informed curriculum integrating consent, healthy relationships, and critical media literacy.
  •Facilitated workshops, mentoring, and community outreach promoting safe, inclusive school environments.
  •Collaborated with Thailand-United States Alumni Association (TUSAA), educational institutions, and local stakeholders to institutionalize student-led advocacy.

  Location

  thailand

Personal Interests

Outside of his academic and professional work, Saharat enjoys photography, travel, exploring museums and local cultures, and creating educational content through digital media. He is passionate about connecting with educators and learners from diverse backgrounds and values opportunities for intercultural exchange. He also enjoys designing educational games, discovering new technologies, and exploring how creativity can inspire meaningful learning experiences.