Learning Local Communities Using the Social Engineer Process in Huachang Subdistrict, Uthumphonphisai District, Sisaket Province

Abstract

The objectives of this study were to: 1) study the students development of learning local through the process of social engineering, and 2) analyze the problem of suggestions on using tools of social engineering students. Research is a mixed-methods research qualitative and quantitative. The instruments used in this research were questionnaires and interviews. The samples used in this study were 272 students of the College of Law and Government. The sample was drawn from 3 departments: public administration, jurisprudence, and political science, using stratified random sampling. The sample was selected using the Taro Yamane formula at a 0.05 margin of error. The statistics used to analyze the data were percentage, mean, and standard deviation. For the qualitative research, the data collected from documents, literature, and interviews were analyzed using content analysis.

Research findings were as follows: 1) Students have a high level of knowledge and skill in using social engineering tools overall, with a mean score of  ( = 3.61, S.D. = 0.62) They employ 5 social engineering tools: 1. Fha Prathan, 2. Life Clock, 3.Development Timeline, 4. Process Timeline, 5.M.I.C Model. The highest level of knowledge was found in the Life Clock Tool, which involves critical thinking and logical analysis based on data. The lowest level of knowledge was found in the M.I.C. Model, which focuses on skill development for sustainability and further advancement. These were developed into four learning modules. 2) The issues include the limited time for providing information from the locals and the researchers' fieldwork.The use of questions in communication to obtain clear answers may require training in local languages (Lao, Khmer, Suai, Yeo) for the students. Recommendations include reviewing the use of social engineering tools before collecting data in the area.There should be training sessions organized by inviting speakers trained by the SEAL unit of Rajabhat University, Up Skill, for students to keep up with the changes in society.