In a recent meeting on 19 December 2024, Dr. Kampon, leader of the Thailand Charter of Health and a 2024 Gusi Peace Prize laureate, met with fellow laureate Alberto Coto, a renowned mental calculation champion from Spain, at the Thailand Charter of Health office in Bangkok. The two discussed the potential benefits of introducing Coto’s mental math platform to the Thai population.
Alberto Coto, celebrated for holding multiple Guinness World Records in mental arithmetic, has developed a platform aimed at enhancing cognitive abilities through mental calculation. The platform offers a range of simulators and training exercises designed to improve mental agility, concentration, and decision-making skills. It is accessible to users of all ages and has been utilized in international competitions, including the International Mental Math Olympiad.
Dr. Kampon expressed great interest in the platform, noting its potential to sharpen brain function and enhance mathematical skills among Thai people. He stated, “Introducing this platform aligns with our mission to promote cognitive health and educational development in Thailand.”
The Thailand Charter of Health plans to recommend Alberto Coto’s platform to educational institutions and the general public, emphasizing its benefits in mental exercise and brain function enhancement. This initiative is expected to foster a greater appreciation for mathematics and its practical applications in daily life.
During their meeting, Dr. Kampon and Alberto Coto also discussed the possibility of organizing mental math competitions in Thailand, similar to the International Mental Math Olympiad, to motivate students and individuals to engage in mental calculation exercises. Such events could serve as a platform for cultural exchange and educational collaboration between Thailand and other countries.
Alberto Coto has authored several books aimed at developing mental agility and mathematical skills, including:
- “Doctórate en psicotécnicos: Las sucesiones”: This book delves into the secrets of psychometric exams, particularly focusing on sequences, and is recommended for students preparing for entrance exams and individuals aiming to enhance their logical abilities.
- “Multiplica tus inteligencias”: In this work, Coto emphasizes the importance of enhancing various human intelligences, with a special focus on logical-mathematical intelligence, providing exercises to develop each type.
- “La magia de los números”: This book explores the significance of mathematics in various aspects of life, offering techniques and tricks for mental calculation to engage readers with the world of numbers.
- “Desarrolla tu agilidad mental”: Aimed at bringing the world of numbers closer to readers, this book presents different types of numbers, their peculiarities, and a series of techniques and exercises to enhance mental calculation skills.
These resources are expected to be valuable tools in the Charter’s efforts to promote mathematical education and cognitive health in Thailand.
The collaboration between Dr. Kampon and Alberto Coto marks a significant step towards enhancing mathematical proficiency and cognitive health in Thailand, reflecting a shared commitment to educational development and mental well-being.
For more information on Alberto Coto’s platform and publications, visit his official website: albertocoto.com.