Ratchaphruek Journal

Agricultural Sector Management by Local Communities: A Comparative Study between Thailand and Japan

2025-08-07T16:40:51+07:00

This study compares local community-based agricultural management models in Thailand and Japan. The primary objectives are to: (1) review relevant theoretical frameworks and literature; (2) analyze community agricultural management mechanisms in Japan; (3) examine comparable practices in Thailand; and (4) propose policy recommendations for improving local community agricultural governance in Thailand. The research is conducted primarily through the analysis of relevant documentary and electronic media. The literature review reveals that key theories, such as Self-governance, New Public Governance, and Participatory Governance, emphasise the necessity of granting autonomy to local communities and ensuring inclusive participation. A consistent finding is that genuine decentralization is a crucial determinant of success in effective agricultural management.

The analysis of Japan demonstrates that decentralization has empowered local authorities with independent decision-making authority, facilitating the establishment of community enterprises and fostering dynamic cooperation among the agricultural, business, and industrial sectors. In contrast, the management model in Thailand, despite promoting community grouping, is constrained by limited adoption of advanced technology and exhibits a relatively weak linkage with the industrial sector. Therefore, the development of Thailand’s agricultural management requires comprehensive decentralization reform to enable local communities to achieve autonomous self-governance. This must be accompanied by the proactive promotion of strategic partnerships with the business and industrial sectors and the systematic integration of digital technologies into agricultural management processes.

Thai language Teaching Model Based on Thai Linguistics Concept and an Experience-Based Approach with Technology-Enhanced Language Learning (TELL) to Resolve the Thai Pronunciation Problem in Ethnic Students

2025-05-06T11:27:00+07:00

This research aimed to: 1) investigate Thai pronunciation difficulties among ethnic students; 2) develop and determine the quality of a teaching model; 3) study the effectiveness of the model; and 4) evaluate the model. The study sample included 15 lecturers from the Faculty of Education at Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University and 17 second- and third-year ethnic students from Thai Language, Primary Education, and Social Studies programs. Additionally, 12 experts were involved in model validation. Tools utilized included document analysis, interviews, a pronunciation ability test, model assessment forms, an experimental results recording form, a satisfaction survey, and a focus group form. Statistical analysis employed percentage, mean, standard deviation, and the t-test.

Key findings are as follows: 1) Thai pronunciation challenges among ethnic students encompassed difficulties in articulating consonants, vowels, and tones, 2) The developed Thai language teaching model consists of (1) principles, (2) objectives, (3) teaching and learning processes, (4) roles of learners and teachers, and (5) measurement and evaluation, 3) The ethnic students' Thai pronunciation ability was significantly higher after using the model compared to before, at the .05 statistical level, and 4) Students reported the highest overall level of satisfaction with the developed model.

Development of Competency in Early Childhood by Place-Based Learning

2025-07-16T13:38:44+07:00

This applied research aimed to develop, examine the implementation, and expand the competency enhancement model for early childhood children through place-based learning experiences. The research was conducted in three phases: 1) Preparation, 2) Implementation, and 3) Expansion. The sample group consisted of 12 schools under the Primary Educational Service Area Office Nakhon Ratchasima Zone 1, selected through voluntary participation, comprising 16 administrators, 28 teachers, and 287 students. Statistical analysis included frequency, mean, standard deviation, and content analysis.

The research findings revealed that: 1) The development of the competency enhancement model for early childhood children through competency-based learning resulted in a Sandbox curriculum prototype using place-based learning, consisting of learning management characteristics, objectives, Sandbox curriculum development principles, and Sandbox curriculum development guidelines. 2) The implementation of the place-based Sandbox curriculum showed that the Sandbox curriculum promoted children’s creative thinking and collaborative work, while enabling teachers to organize learning experiences effectively. 3) The expansion of the place-based Sandbox curriculum resulted in 12 learning units, enhanced early childhood children’s competencies through creative work production, and enabled teachers to adapt curriculum development according to interests and school contexts.

A Creation of Visual Arts Using the Blended-Learning Classroom Model (BLC) of Students in Non Degree Program

2025-06-04T11:26:24+07:00

This research aimed to analyze learners' ideas during the creation of visual art and their perspectives on art creation within a Blended Learning Classroom (BLC) model. The study utilized the BLC design with a target group of 30 teachers, educators, and graduate students. Data was gathered using three problem scenarios, artwork activity sheets, and an online platform for reflection logs. Data analysis employed Content Analysis and Descriptive Analytics.

The results showed that: 1) Learners generated a variety of ideas when presented with the three problem scenarios, especially regarding the creation of circles and coloring techniques, which led to the production of diverse visual artworks. 2) Learners held a positive perspective on the visual art creation process. They specifically valued the use of circles for varied designs and recognized the activity's role in developing creative thinking, fostering collaborative learning, and creating effective learning opportunities. Furthermore, they viewed the integration of art and mathematics as enhancing both beauty and aesthetic appeal, reporting high engagement, enjoyment, and satisfaction with the experience.

Development of Game on Mobile Application to enhance Critical Thinking Skills for Secondary Students

2025-07-03T15:54:07+07:00

This research was research and development. The purpose of this research was to develop a game on a mobile application to enhance critical thinking of secondary students. The group of informants consists of 25 people, including administrators, teachers, and experts, selected through purposive selection. The target group for the trial use of the developed game on the mobile application was conducted with 35 secondary students under the secondary educational service area office of Phranakhon Si Ayutthaya, selected through purposive sampling. The research tools were the game on the mobile application to enhance critical thinking, the interview form, and the effectiveness assessment form for the game on the mobile application. The statistics used in the research include the content analysis, mean, and standard deviation.

The results showed that the development of games on mobile applications to enhance critical thinking for secondary students followed the 7-step System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) model. The results of the development of the games on the mobile application can be used on both Android smartphones and web browsers. There was a registration system. There were quiz games designed to enhance critical thinking through animated cartoon situations, featuring beautiful color and sound commentary with musical accompaniment. The system reports and collects scores. The results of the evaluation of the effectiveness of the game on the mobile application by the expert were at a high level.

A Study of Learning Achievement and Analytical Reading Ability on Ramayana Unit of Grade 8 Students Using SQ6R Method with Board Games

2025-07-01T11:00:28+07:00

This experimental research was a study of using the SQ6R method with board games. It aimed to: 1) Compare the learning achievement on Ramayana Unit before and after and compare posttest score of learning achievement with the designated criterion 70; and 2) Compare the analytical reading ability before and after using the SQ6R method with board games. The sample consisted of 40 grade 8/4 students from Bunlua Wittayanusorn School. The sample was selected using cluster random sampling. The experimental tools included four instructional plans based on the SQ6R method with board games. Data collection instruments were the multiple choice learning achievement test, and an analytical reading ability test. Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, percentage, and t-test.

The study revealed that 1) The learning achievement on Ramayana Unit was significantly higher than before, and Posttest score higher than the 70 percent criterion with the statistics significance at the .05 level. and 2) Analytical reading ability was significantly higher than before with the statistics significance at the .05 level.

Organizational Restructuring to Enhance Strategic Capabilities in Educational Institutions: A Case Study of the Phuket Campus Office Prince of Songkla University

2025-05-01T15:39:47+07:00

This qualitative research aimed to explore organizational restructuring approaches essential for enhancing the strategic capacity of administrative operations at the Phuket Campus of Prince of Songkla University. Data were collected via in-depth interviews using a semi-structured guide, involving 39 participants: 16 purposively selected administrators/supervisors and 23 conveniently selected administrative staff. Data analysis utilized content analysis and descriptive interpretation.

The findings identified five key components critical for strategic organizational restructuring: 1) Flexibility and Agility: Enhancing operational flexibility by reducing redundancy and increasing agility, 2) Digital Integration: Leveraging digital technologies to improve efficiency and transparency in work processes, 3) Competency and Alignment: Developing personnel competencies and aligning resources with strategic objectives, 4) Workforce Management: Managing workload balance while fostering motivation and organizational engagement, and 5) Innovation and Collaboration: Improving communication and integrating innovations to promote cross-functional collaboration. These components were synthesized into the FLEXI Model, a conceptual framework designed to enhance strategic capacity and support sustainable operations, enabling the organization to effectively adapt to future dynamic environmental changes.

Health-Related Physical Fitness Test and Norms for Undergraduate Students, Faculty of Education Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University

2025-07-01T10:58:10+07:00

This research aimed to develop a test, establish norms-referenced standards, and study the results of the physical fitness test for health for undergraduate students at Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University. The sample consisted of 300 first-to fourth-year students from 19 majors in the academic year 2022, using a multi-stage random sampling method. The experimental instrument comprised 7 items of health-related physical fitness tests: Body Mass Index (BMI), percent fat, sit-and-reach test, back scratch test, 7-stage sit-up test, curl-up test, and the PACER test. Data were analyzed using mean and standard deviation, and normative criteria were established based on measures of central tendency. The results of the health-related physical fitness test showed a content validity of 1.00, reliability of 1.00, 1.00, 0.92, 0.95, 0.99, 0.99, 0.83, and 0.87, respectively, and inter-rater reliability of 1.00. The normative standards for school norms health-related physical fitness tests are categorized into five-level and seven-level scales. The test results revealed that the BMI of male students was in the overweight range, while that of female students was within the normal range. Most students had test results at a moderate level. For the 7-stage sit-up test, male students were at a good level, while female students were at a moderate level.

Development of a Community-Based Multi-Grade Learning Unit to Enhance Communication Skill and Collaboration Skill among Grade 1 and 2 Students

2025-07-17T10:35:29+07:00

The research was aimed to 1) develop Community-Based Multi-Grade Learning Unit among grade 1 and 2 students 2) study the quality of Community-Based Multi-Grade Learning Unit on the following aspects; compare learning achievement before and after learning, compare learning achievement after learning and the 70 percent criterion, compare students’communication skill before and after learning and compare students’ collaboration skills before and after learning. The sample group was 16 students of grade 1 and 2 students from Ban Prasat School. Cluster random sampling was used to choose the sample. The research tools were the learning unit with 4 lesson plans, achievement test, and communication skill and collaboration skill assessment form. The data were analyzed by the percentages, mean, standard deviation, t-test, and Wilcoxon signed-rank test.

The results of the study indicated that: learning unit comprises unit title, learning objectives, learning evidence, instructional design, and lesson plans, which was assessed to be at the highest level of appropriateness and alignment. Study the quality of Community-Based Multi-Grade Learning Unit on the following aspects; learning achievement was significantly higher than before learning at .05 level, learning achievement was higher than the 70 percent criteria with no statistically significant at .05 level, communication skill of grade 1 and 2 students was significantly higher than before learning at .05 level and collaboration skill of grade 1 and 2 students was significantly higher than before learning at .05 level.

A Study of Learning Achievement and Problem Solving Ability on Weather Wonders and Air Phenomena Learning Unit of Grade 3 Students Using Phenomenon-Based Learning with R-C-A Question Technique

2025-07-08T13:28:44+07:00

This research aimed to 1) compare the academic achievement of the learning unit “Wonders of Weather and Air Phenomena” of Grade 3 students before and after learning through phenomenon-based learning combined with RCA questioning technique, 2) compare the academic achievement after learning through phenomenon-based learning with the 70 percent criterion, and 3) compare the problem solving ability of students before and after the learning. The sample consisted of 22 Grade 3 students, the second semester of the 2024 academic year, Ban Maka School (Kongritbuasuwan Anusorn), selected by cluster sampling. The research instrument was a learning management plan using phenomenon-based learning combined with RCA questioning technique, 4 lesson plans. Then, the learning outcomes were measured with an achievement test. Data were analyzed using statistics of percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test for dependent samples, Wilcoxon Signed-Rank test and Runs test. The research results found that 1) the learning achievement after learning was significantly higher than before learning at the .05 level. 2) the learning achievement after learning was higher than the 70 percent criterion with statistical significance at the .05 level. 3) problem solving ability after learning was significantly higher than before learning at the .05 level.

Development of an Integrated Curriculum on Korat Local Identity to Promote Chinese Language Communication Skills for Young Guides

2025-07-23T14:38:12+07:00

This mixed-method research aimed to 1) study the basic information for curriculum development, 2) develop the curriculum, and 3) examine the effectiveness of the curriculum. The study was conducted in three phases: Phase 1 involved gathering baseline data from various stakeholders, including experts, teachers, administrators, and 30 students; Phase 2 focused on curriculum development and validation by three experts; and Phase 3 involved piloting the curriculum with a sample of 30 Grade 11 students during the second semester of the 2024 academic year. Research instruments included a needs assessment interview, student questionnaires, validity assessment forms, lesson plans, and a learning assessment test. Statistical analysis involved percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test, and content analysis.

The research findings indicated that: 1) Stakeholders recognized the importance and expressed a strong need for teaching Chinese communication skills. 2) The developed curriculum comprises seven components: background, principles, objectives, course structure and content, learning activities, learning media, and measurement and evaluation. 3) Students' Chinese communication skills significantly improved after completing the integrated curriculum (which promoted Chinese communication skills for young tour guides using Korat local identity), with the difference being statistically significant at the .05 level compared to pre-learning scores.

Developing Evidence Management Systems in Thailand’s Justice Process through Technology: A Comparative Analysis and Policy Recommendations

2025-06-14T11:38:13+07:00

This qualitative and comparative study examines the technological systems for evidence storage within the justice process in Thailand against those in select foreign nations, to propose development guidelines for Thailand's justice data management. The research utilized the principles of Records Management (RM) and Digital Government, emphasizing data integration, transparency, and auditability. The analysis focused on countries with advanced digital justice systems, specifically the United States, the European Union, Singapore, and Estonia, chosen for their adherence to international standards (e.g., NIST, ISO/IEC) and their application of cutting-edge technologies like blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud computing.
Key findings recommend four measures to modernize Thailand’s justice system, enhance transparency, efficiency, and international credibility: (1) establishing a centralized data standard; (2) amending legal frameworks to formally accommodate digital evidence; (3) developing technological infrastructure; and (4) enhancing the digital forensic capabilities of justice sector personnel. Limitations of this study include its reliance on document analysis and systemic comparison, which may not fully reflect operational realities across all local jurisdictions. The proposed policy recommendations must also be considered within the specific constraints of Thailand’s budget, human resource capacity, and legal context. Future field-based and quantitative studies are recommended to increase the comprehensiveness and applicability of these findings.

Using Realistic Mathematics Education Approach to Enhance Grade 8 Students’ Mathematical Problem Solving and Problem Posing Abilities

2025-06-23T16:26:56+07:00

This research investigated the effects of the Realistic Mathematics Education (RME) approach on enhancing the mathematical problem-solving and problem-posing abilities of 32 Grade 8 students in Chiang Mai province. Three instructional units were specifically designed based on the local context of Wiang Haeng District, integrating themes such as: 1) garlic cultivation, 2) the renowned OTOP product Kua Sai chili paste, and 3) local ethnic diversity. The intervention followed the five RME instructional steps: understanding the daily problem/context, explaining the contextual problem, solving the contextual problem, comparing and discussing answers, and drawing a conclusion. Data was collected using assessment tools for problem-solving and problem-posing abilities, administered before, after, and at the end of each unit. Analysis focused on the mean () and standard deviation (S.D.).

The findings revealed continuous and progressive improvement in students' abilities across the intervention: Problem-Solving Ability improved from a moderate level ( = 2.19) to a good level (= 2.78), and Problem-Posing Ability improved from a moderate level (= 1.77) to a good level ( = 2.57). Furthermore, students demonstrated consistent progressive improvement in both mathematical problem-solving and problem-posing abilities from learning Unit 1 through Unit 3.

Development of Instructional Package Using Innovation-Based Learning Model in High Frequency Engineering for Enhancing Innovative Analytical Thinking Skill

2025-06-20T13:35:25+07:00

This research developed an instructional package in high-frequency engineering based on an innovation-based instructional approach using the DLAAP learning model. This research article aimed to: 1) Develop an instructional package using the innovation-based learning model in high-frequency engineering to enhance innovative analytical thinking skills for the undergraduate level; 2) Examine the effectiveness of the developed Instructional package; 3) Compare students’ learning achievement: 4) Study students’ innovative analytical thinking skills; and 5) Evaluate students’ satisfaction. The study employed a quasi-experimental research design using a one-group pretest-posttest design. The sample group consisted of 27 undergraduate students from those enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Technical Education Program at Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon selected through cluster random sampling. The data were analyzed by t-test, and efficiency criteria based on the E₁/E₂ standard. The research results found that 1) the quality of the developed teaching set was at a high level, 2) the efficiency of the teaching package was 77.35/76.90, 3) the students had a significantly higher achievement after learning than before learning at a statistical level of .05, 4) the students have innovative analytical thinking skills with an average of 79.26 percent, and 5) the students had the highest level of satisfaction. Therefore, innovation-based instruction can effectively promote essential 21st-century skills among learners.

Result of Using Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Multimedia Production Competencies for Educational Students

2025-06-24T10:56:26+07:00

The objectives of this research were: 1) To study the effects of using artificial intelligence to develop the educational multimedia production competency of student teachers; 2) To assess the level of educational multimedia production competency of student teachers; and 3) To study the satisfaction with using artificial intelligence to develop the educational multimedia production competency of student teachers. The population consists of 181 student teachers of the Education Faculty, Valaya Alongkorn Rajabhat University under Royal Patronage, who were enrolled in the Innovation and Technology course in the second semester of 2024. The sample consists of 20 student teachers enrolled in the same course, selected using cluster random sampling. The research instruments were the lesson plans, an assessment form for educational multimedia production competency, and a satisfaction survey on using artificial intelligence to develop educational multimedia production competency. The statistics used were t-test for dependent samples, mean, and standard deviation.

The results were as follows: 1) Using artificial intelligence to improve teacher education students' skills in making educational multimedia was much better than before, with a significant difference at the .05 level, and it was also better than 70 criteria with a significant difference at the .05 level. 2) The evaluation the level of multimedia production competency for education found that all four areas had the highest competency level in every aspect. 3) To examine their satisfaction with the use of artificial intelligence in developing such competencies of teacher education students, they were at the highest level.