The growth of Information Communication Technologies (ICT) along with the exponential growth of data in all fields is prompting newer ways to apply both critical thinking and conceptualizing skills in making meaningful associations for effective decision making. Conceptual skills are being enhanced through the use of interactive mapping techniques connected to online resources. The ability to see connections with data and relate it to trends analysis is a key aspect in utilizing Big Data. Coupled with the rise of Big Data is also the development of faster computing systems which can collate and summarize data queries initiated by the enduser. The age of quantum computers whereby searching techniques will be accelerated beyond current abilities of the processing speeds of traditional digital processors will necessitate different ways to display information and analyze it. Natural language and semantic search strategies, search engine advancements and AI developments are introducing newer approaches to data analysis. By using both search techniques formulated by humans and combining them with results obtained from machine assisted learning a new era of information access has evolved. Finding information using newer cognitive based modeling systems to help retrieve information as well as understanding the growth of data will be outlined. Visual demonstrations of new information modeling systems will be discussed and the implications of accessing data for the eventual solutions to complex problems will also be discussed. The rate of change in knowledge accumulation necessitates that search strategies be fluid and generative in their design rather than static or sequential. Knowledge management also needs to be integrated with a dynamic structure with search strategy designs, which can constantly utilize newer forms of data analysis. The preparation and planning for installing a progressive knowledge based management and acquisition system in educational institutions needs to be deployed sooner rather than later so as to better prepare the next generation of Thai students entering the newly formed ASAEN community. In order for these new skills to be developed a new form of pedagogy needs to be implemented in all educational institutions from K-16 so human capital can be relevant and capable of understanding the growth of big data and its application to society.
