Teaching Demo

Teaching Demo

Teaching Demo for the Position of Associate Professor of Asian Studies in Sociology and Anthropology

In Thailand, a teaching demo is just one of the many elements required when applying for an academic title, such as assistant or associate professor.

Prince of Songkla University | Faculty of International Studies

The purpose of a teaching demo is to demonstrate the applicant’s ability to teach, including the use of new technologies, innovation, and integration of personal experience and research.

Additionally, fostering student participation through active learning is increasingly important.

Teaching Demo | Silk Road | Eastern Civilization | February 28, 2020

Teaching Demo (February 28, 2020)

Additional criteria for the position of Associate Professor includes the publication of research in peer reviewed journals relevant to the study area.

Three publications are required:

Prince of Songkla University | Faculty of International Studies

University News | Dr Steven Andrew Martin Promoted to Assistant Professor of Asian Studies in Sociology and Anthropology

University News | Dr Steven Andrew Martin Promoted to Assistant Professor of Asian Studies in Sociology and Anthropology

The Faculty of International Studies hereby congratulates Dr Steven Martin on his promotion to Assistant Professor of Asian Studies, as from 4th April 2018.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Martin is a lecturer and researcher in the Faculty of International Studies, Prince of Songkla University, Phuket Campus, Thailand. He specializes in Asian Studies, within the field of Sociology and Anthropology.

Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Thailand, News (in Thai) | Promotion to Assistant Professor of Asian Studies in the Field of Anthropology and Sociology

Eastern Civilization Textbook Cover | Asst Prof Dr Steven A Martin | Faculty of International Studies

Photo: Proceedings of the 2018 PSU Phuket International Conference 50th Anniversary Celebration

Asst Prof Dr Steven A Martin offers the Faculty of International Studies’ 1st FIS Research Seminar at Prince of Songkla University

Asst Prof Dr Steven A Martin offers the Faculty of International Studies’ 1st FIS Research Seminar at Prince of Songkla University

An Introduction to Q and A Sharing in Research – Publication and Resource Strategies for Publishing in International Journals

Writing articles for international journals

On Wednesday October 9th, 2019, the Faculty of International Studies organized a seminar led by Asst Prof Dr Steven Martin aimed at sharing and fostering dialogue and knowledge on how to conduct appropriate research for publication in international journals.

Faculty of International Studies (FIS) Research Seminar at Prince of Songkla University | Click to FIS News Online...

The seminar received broad interest from teachers and staff, and the Faculty of International Studies (FIS) plans to host future workshops on research and publication at the newly opened Research Room 3302, Floor 3, Building 3.

Dr. Steven A. Martin and Dr. Raymond J. Ritchie publish new research on Thai Geography for ASEAN and international education in the Singapore Journal of Tropical Geography

Dr. Steven A. Martin and Dr. Raymond J. Ritchie publish new research on Thai Geography for ASEAN and international education in the Singapore Journal of Tropical Geography

AUGUST, 2019

Inter-faculty research publication on Thai Geography at Prince of Songkla University, Phuket, Thailand

Dr. Steven A. Martin, Faculty of International Studies, and co-author Dr. Raymond J. Ritchie, Faculty of Technology and Environment, have published the results of their research on Thai Geography for ASEAN and international education in the Singapore Journal of Tropical Geography.

Thai Geography education and research | Karst topography, Phang-nga Bay | Click to enlarge

Martin, S. A., & Ritchie, R. J. (2020). Sourcing Thai geography literature for ASEAN and international education. Singapore Journal of Tropical Geography 41(1) 61–85

Abstract: This study surveys the available English-language literature and learning resources covering the field of Thai geography, and provides historical review of Thai geography education and an inventory of relevant, accessible materials for ASEAN and international undergraduate students, educators and researchers. We note that the discipline and context of Thai geography has shifted toward new technologies, particularly geographic information systems (GIS), and this has left a void in practical and accessible text for high school and undergraduate students in gaining broad and traditional knowledge of the field. Our study finds that the accessibility of introductory English-language texts on Thai geography is limited, and that existing texts appear mainly in the grey literature or widely dispersed across various disciplines of study. The paper provides a platform to help future researchers and to facilitate future production of English-language textbooks and other study materials in the field of Thai geography.

Figure 1. Relief and hydrological map of Thailand | Produced by Steven A. Martin for the Singapore Journal of Tropical Geography | Click to Thai Geography Course Page

Awards

Awards

ACADEMIC AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIP

How it began: In 1999 I took a course in Expository Writing at the Hawaii Community College. As part of the course, I wrote a short essay about my travels through 40 countries, "Great Expectations". To my surprise, the essay won awards at local, state, and international levels (see below).

Read Great Expectations – Republished as the "Jewel of Travel" as an online Learning Adventure.

Accolades

2022 Certificate of Honor for Dedication and Service

Prince of Songkla University Retirement Ceremony

2019 Promotion to Asst Professor of Asian Studies in Sociology and Anthropology

Teaching, Research and Publication in Asian Studies

2016 PSU Quality Assurance Award | Top 5 in Social Science

Academic Publication Award | Web of Science (ISI)

2015 PSU Quality Assurance Award | Top 5 in Social Science

Academic Publication Award | Web of Science (ISI)

2014 Best Paper Award | PSU Phuket International Conference

Prince of Songkla University (PSU) Best Paper | Social Science Catagory

2012 Best Paper Award (Green Tourism) | Asia Pacific Tourism Association (APTA)

APTA Conference 2012 Best Paper | Taipei, Taiwan

2004 Hohonu Academic Journal | University of Hawaii at Hilo, USA

Academic Publication | China, a Magic Place: The Geography of Chinese Philosophy

1999 The 22nd Annual Dean’s List of National Academic Achievement, USA

List of America's Outstanding College Students

1999 HCC Literary Competition, Hawaii Community College, USA

First Place Winner | Hawaii Community Colleges Statewide Contest

1999 League for Innovation Literary Competition, State of Hawaii, USA

Top Three in the Personal Essay Category | State of Hawaii League for Innovation Student Literary Competition

1999 Nota Bene Academic Publication | International Honor Society, USA

Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Award | Nota Bene Literary Anthology | Selected from 1,642 Submissions

Scholarships

  • 2005 (3 years) Taiwan Ministry of Education | Taiwan Scholarship | Taiwan Economic and Cultural Office (TECO), Los Angeles. Master’s Scholarship | National Chengchi University.
  • 2011 (2 years) PhD Scholarship | Faculty of International Studies (FIS) | Prince of Songkla University (PSU), Phuket, Thailand
  • 2012 (1 year) PhD Research Scholarship | Prince of Songkla University (PSU), Hat Yai, Thailand | Faculty of Environmental Management.

Press and Media Appearances

Letters and Documents of Recognition