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Humanities and Social Sciences Journal of Graduate School, Pibulsongkram Rajabhat University
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- The Stress led to Depression: The Nearest Danger in the Present Society
Authors: Wananya Punyakitphokin
Pages: 439 - 448
Abstract: The stress and the depression can be found in all ages, genres, races and religions. This condition happens when the individual encounters with lots of problems in life. This causes the disappointment, the sadness, and the expectation which was not responded; or it comes from the sickness of some diseases, the loss of beloved persons and so on. These situations affect the persons to feel bored, mad, dishearten, depressed, disappointed and worthless. If these problems were more collected with being solved, it could lead the personal depression. Yet, if those persons can keep tracking on the problems and the negative feeling happening to them in the early stage, they can urgently search for the relieving method and protect the problems before they become the serious mental problem. This article presented the dimensions of the depression of persons which were caused by various stress in daily life. The author showed the content about the stress relating to the which was the beginning of collecting stress and led to the mental illness, on the observation and protect themselves and people around them who might be in risk of the depression so that the society realized the importance on protecting and taking care for themselves in the early stage before the problems in terms of emotions occupied their mind until they were in the depressed condition at the end.
PubDate: 2023-10-19
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.31
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- Solutions to the Agent Problems
Authors: Siwarut Laikram, Gina Margaret Summers
Pages: 449 - 462
Abstract: This academic article examines the agency principles and conflicts that may arise due to differing interests of owners and managers, with those of their subject matters. International corporate
law is expanding due to globalisation and legal national boundaries, and agency problems are recognized as significant factors in the globalisation of corporate law. This article, however, not only posits several issues and challenges to accomplish dispute implementations but also illustrates that the secured theory of foundational elements of the agency are far less settled. The content provides a review of the fundamental agency problems and its mitigation through corporate governance, independent directors, financial rewarding equity, and the external market for corporate control under an overseas company law framework. Therefore, the solutions of the agent problems in globalisation will be analysed along with three principal approaches.
PubDate: 2023-11-06
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.32
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- The Effect of Social Responsibility Reporting on Firm’s Investor
Confident of Thai Listed Company
Authors: Nuttavong Poonpool, Pailin Ninniyom, Ingon Nachairit
Pages: 463 - 479
Abstract: This research has objective to study the effect of social responsibility reporting on firm’s investor confident. Due to the lack of confidence in investing from receiving inadequate information about social responsibility, investors are unable to do so. The secondary data is used for the analysis with sample of 98 firms of The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) announces listed firms with outstanding performance on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) aspects on the Thailand Sustainability Investment (THSI) list for 2019. The study period is 2015-2019. STATA (STATA/SE 12.0) as statistical tools were employed to estimate parameters in hypotheses testing. The findings show that social responsibility reporting, which consists of value added statement and sustainability disclosure, have the significant positive effect on firm’s investor confident. Research suggestion is a supplementary financial statement, in addition to financial statements, follow Thai accounting standards 1 (revised 2017). Presentation of value added statement, which can provide information about wealth creation to society. Disclosure of environmental performance can reflect that the business has good corporate governance and transparent management. Thus, social responsibility reporting can effective risk management with stakeholders in mind and makes the business competitive and can generate long-term returns.
PubDate: 2023-11-07
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.33
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- The Promotion of Esports Image to the People in Thailand
Authors: Sakkarin Muendech, Wanchalee Noriya
Pages: 480 - 493
Abstract: The purposes of this research were to 1) to study the level of public perception of esports images 2) to compare the level of public perception of esports images in each generation and 3) to study ways to promote the image of esports in Thailand. The researcher used mixed-method research. By using questionnaires to collect quantitative data from 4 generations of Thai citizens who playing esports games, watching games or esports competition 400 samples. And use in-depth interviews to collect qualitative data from key informants who are related or who have stakeholders, experienced and proficient in esports, both public sectors, private sectors, and citizens 10 persons. Statistics used to analyze quantitative data include: frequency, percentage, average, standard deviations, The one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Scheffe's method tests. Statistics used to analyze qualitative data include: content analysis and interpretation. The research found that 4 generations of Thai citizens who playing esports games, watching games or esports competition have a high level of awareness of the esports image, and the perception of the esports image differs at the statistical significance level of 0.05. Guidelines for promoting the image of esports to the people in Thailand include: Presenting the positive impact on the body of esports gaming, Presenting practical ways to reduce the negative impact on the body, Creating a sports idol, Presenting news about value or revenue from the esports industry, Publicizing knowledge about esports to the public, Organizing ongoing training and seminars to educate the public, Building knowledge and understanding for parents, and Creating a practice for parents to supervise their children.
PubDate: 2023-11-08
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.34
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- Arguments to Critique Transformative Learning Theory
Authors: Chanadda Poohongthong
Pages: 494 - 505
Abstract: The aim of this paper is to develop arguments to critique Jack Mezirow’s transformative learning theory, which relate with the issues of Jürgen Habermas’s rationality and validity claim. Research methodology in this study is documentary research and using document analysis. This research methodology will be the documentary research and employ the qualitative criterion of managing data sources to collect and interpret the qualitative data. The primary sources are Habermas’ The theory of communicative action: Volume One and Volume Two (Habermas, 1984, 1987) and Mezirow’ major works on transformative learning theory (Mezirow, 1985, 1990, 1991a, 1991b, 1996), including seven other secondary sources (Calleja, 2014; Dirkx, 1998; Fleming, 2005, 2018, 2020; Taylor, 1997; Taylor & Cranton, 2012). For the qualitative data analysis, it found that four arguments emerged: (1) Mezirow emphasized social dimension through discourse for transformation at the levels of individual and group; (2) cognitive and logical processes as a part of Habermas’s rationality; (3) Mezirow recognized and accepted emotional dimension in discourse; and (4) dividing emotional dimension in only two types (positive and negative emotions) can possibly become a constraint of emotional dimension in transformative learning theory. These were due to connection between Habermas’ aspects of rationality, types of action, and forms of validity claim that are the theoretical roots of significant elements in Mezirow’s transformative learning theory, especially in dimensions of learning, critical reflection, and discourse.
PubDate: 2023-11-08
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.35
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- Nhum Pao Keng Keawsaochao Hmong
Authors: Chomphunat Chomphuphan, Sungkom Promsiri, Sarinthorn Khumkhet, Jutaporn Wilaikeaw, Pudsadee Komasathit, Thanaporn Phromson, Yaldada Phakdi
Pages: 506 - 515
Abstract: This research aimed at to creative Thai folk dance called Nhum Pao Keng Keaw Sao Chao Hmong. The target group used in the research consisted of 5local people, 3dramatic arts teachers, and 10students of program in dramatic arts, Loei Rajabhat University. The research was carried out with qualitative method. The findings were as followings.
Creative of Thai folk dance called Nhum Pao Keng Keaw Sao Chao Hmong found that the executing process were divided into 5 states, including of (1) concept specification for dramatically danced set (2) define performance pattern (3) specification the acting composition (4) dancing creating and variation row (5) pretest for completed acting. This is presented in folk dance style that the researchers composed the music, and the dresses, this part of the show reveals the joyfulness portraying the relationship of men and women, the blow style of young Hmong musicians, and joyfulness in celebrate.
Transmission and present this Thai folk dance yielded in 4 aspects; the first, dramatic concept, to apparently show the native cultural identity, the second, acting pattern presented in a joyful and fun. The third, music is conform with acting concept these meanings and suitable for dance. The fourth, the dance design comprehensive definition of content, there is a mix of both native and unique gestures, which makes it interesting.
PubDate: 2023-11-09
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.36
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- A Confirmatory Factor Analysis of Digital Competence of Teachers in
Eastern Economic Corridor Area under The Office of the Basic Education
Commission
Authors: Pimrampai Lairayapong, Thanin Ratanaolarn
Pages: 516 - 530
Abstract: The research aimed 1) to study the level of digital competence of teachers in Eastern Economic Corridor area under the Office of the Basic Education Commission 2) to validate and confirm the model of digital competence of teachers in Eastern Economic Corridor area under the Office of the Basic Education Commission. The samples were 477 teachers in Eastern Economic Corridor area under the Office of the Basic Education Commission. The instrument of this research was digital competence for teacher questionnaire. The data were analyzed by using descriptive statistics and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). The result of the research were
The result of analysis level of digital competence of teachers at a high level (= 3.850, S.D. = 0.518), The aspects that showed the highest means were the empowering learners (
The result of second order of the confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) aligned with the empirical data by X2 = 136.873, X2/df = 0.889, df = 154, p = 0.836, RMSEA = 0.000, RMR = 0.032, GFI = 0.975, AGFI = 0.958 and CFI = 1.000. The correlation coefficient between 0.002 to 0.596. Factor loading of variables were between 0.858 to 0.966. The factor loading is sorted in descending order of the weight which are professional engagement, teaching and learning, facilitating learner’s digital competence, assessment, empowering learners and digital resources. According to this research, administrators and related agencies can utilize information to encourage and develop digital competence for teachers.
PubDate: 2023-11-09
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.37
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- Problems and Obstacles in the Mediation of Civil Disputes in Community
Justice
Authors: Somboon Sangiambut, Niti Phadungchai, Chailai Sakdivorapong
Pages: 531 - 543
Abstract: This research aims to study on civil case disputes mediation in community justice under the Dispute Mediation Act, B.E.2562 (2019) in order to facilitate access to the justice system for people in remote areas. The study encompasses qualitative research from documents, e.g. existing law, legal text books, as well as a comparative study of the law of the United States of America, the United Kingdom, France, Singapore and India. In addition, in-depth interviews for obtaining data in municipalities and remote areas of the North, Northeast and South of Thailand, including interviews with researchers on dispute mediation and law enforcement, have been included. The study found that building up confidence for parties in a dispute is an important problem because the court’s decision is based on evidence, whereas mediation is an alternative procedure which is based on the informed consent and informed self-determination of the parties in a dispute. The mediators, who have the duty to keep the procedure secret, and to guide the procedure in conformity with the law, cannot issue a decision. Therefore, the definition of “mediation” in Article 3 should be further qualified to include “the informed self-determination of the parties in a dispute”. Article 10 (1) stipulates that mediators must successfully completed the dispute training under the programme accredited by the Commission on National Development of Justice Administration. Exceptions to this provision should be those who have experience in dispute settlement, e.g. judges, prosecutors, mediators in professional sectors, etc. The provision of Article 22, which states that parties in a dispute must select mediators from the list of mediators established by the competent authority, should be amended to allow parties in dispute to select mediators from outside such list. The ceiling of damages payable in a dispute fixed by Article 20 (4) at 5 million baht should be deleted.
PubDate: 2023-11-09
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.38
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- Effect of the Service Marketing Mix and Authenticity towards Satisfaction
of Tourist Attractions in the Community-Based Tourism Norther Region Under
the COVID - 19 Situation
Authors: Kajohnsak Wongwirach, Nattagant Rungruang, Boonthawan Wingwon
Pages: 544 - 561
Abstract: The objectives of this research were 1) to study the importance of service marketing mix, authenticity, and satisfaction in tourist attractions. And 2) to study the effect of the service marketing mix and authenticity towards satisfaction in tourist attractions in the community-based tourism northern region under the COVID - 19 situation. The sample consisted of tourists who had experience in the tourism of community-based tourism sites in the northern region. 385 sample size and purposive sampling, the instrument was a questionnaire. The data were analyzed by descriptive statistics for frequency, percentage, standard deviation, and inferential statistics using structural equations with the LISREL program. The results showed that all factors were of high importance. In descending order were authenticity, service marketing mix, and satisfaction of tourist attractions by the community. The analysis of direct and indirect influences found that the service marketing mix had a direct effect on authenticity. The authenticity factor had a direct effect on satisfaction. Lastly, service marketing mix on both direct and indirect effect on satisfaction in tourist attractions statistically significant 0.01. The index values of conformity with the empirical data are as follows: ได้แก่ X2 = 84.97, df. = 75, P-value = 0.206, RMSEA = 0.018, RMR = 0.12, NFI = 1, NNFI = 1, GFI = 0.98, AGFI = 0.94.
PubDate: 2023-11-30
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.39
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- The Adaptation of Shan Youth Through Education in Thailand
Authors: Pisith Nasee
Pages: 562 - 576
Abstract: This article aims to present the results of the research entitled “The adaptation of Shan youth through education in Thailand.” The research objectives are to examine the factors and conditions of entry of second-generation Shan migrants who have enrolled into the Thai educational system, and their adaptation within this process. The study applied a qualitative research method, in which data was collected between May 2020 and January 2021 from four main case studies concerning those who are studying in/graduating from vocational and/or higher educational institutions in Chiang Mai. The study employed the concepts of Segmented Assimilation and Community Cultural Wealth. The main findings are that there are two key factors that have facilitated the entry of second-generation Shan migrants into education, in particular vocational and higher education. The first concerns the structural conditions of the educational system, which have gone through considerable revisions since the 1980s in order to improve access to education for disadvantaged children. The second factor concerns the individual level, in which case it was found that ‘spaces of hope’ are created throughout the educational process. However, the adaptation strategies that are taken up are flexible. Additionally, they apply various forms of capital which develop within the family and migrant community contexts. Analysis through an asset-based approach assists us to realize the multiple strengths of second-generation Shan migrants in their adaptation and persistence until graduation under various constraints in Thai society.
PubDate: 2023-11-30
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.40
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- The Model for Teachers’ Empowerment in Assessment-Based Learning
Management to Enhance Instructional Behaviors that Reflect Positive
Washback
Authors: Krittayakan Topithak
Pages: 577 - 586
Abstract: The washback effect is both positive and negative effects of high stake testing on teacher learning management. The main objective of this research was to develop a model of teacher empowerment in assessment-based learning management to promote positive washback behaviors. The sample group consisted of 12 teachers, including Pratomsuksa 6 teachers, Mathayomsuksa 3 teachers, and Mathayomsuksa 6 teachers. The research instrument was the washback-reflecting instructional behaviors questionnaire. The data was analyzed by means, standard deviation, and Wilcoxon signed-rank test. The finding of this research was as follows: The model for teachers’ empowerment in assessment-based learning management to enhance instructional behaviors that reflect positive washback consisted of 6 components: (1) an analysis of the instructional behaviors that reflected washback; (2) an assessment-based learning management skills development (3) an assessment-based learning management (4) a monitoring and enhancement (5) an assessment of the instructional behaviors that reflects washback; and (6) the use of the assessment results which have utility, accuracy, feasibility, and propriety. The targeted teachers in using the model had more positive washback behaviors after using the model at statistical significance at the .01 level.
PubDate: 2023-11-30
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.41
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- Strategies for Managing Early Childhood Education in Schools Under
Kamphaeng Phet Primary Educational Service Area Office 1 and Office 2
Authors: Sukanya Saengson, Supapon Pongpinyoopas, Kwandow Jamjang
Pages: 587 - 603
Abstract: The purposes of this research were 1) to study the conditions the problems and the factors related to early childhood education 2) to develop the strategy for early childhood education 3) to evaluate the strategy of early childhood education. The research was divided into 3 steps. The first step, the informants consisted of early childhood teachers, the leaders of early childhood department, the directors and the experts. The research instruments were a questionnaire and focus group discussion. The data were analyzed using frequency distribution, mean, standard deviation and content analysis. The second step, the informants were the directors and the experts. The research instruments were document analysis form, interview form, workshop note and connoisseurship. The data were analyzed using content analysis. The third step, the informants were the experts. The research instrument was an assessment form. The data were analyzed using frequency distribution, mean, standard deviation.
The condition of early childhood education management in educational institutions as a whole, in each aspect, and the most important item was development assessment. A calendar of early childhood developmental assessments is prepared every school year. and regularly assess the development of early childhood children The problem of early childhood education management in educational institutions as a whole, in each aspect, and the most problematic issue was in the preparation of the early childhood education curriculum. Lack of participation from all parties including improving the curriculum of early childhood education inconsistent with the information obtained from the examination and evaluation. The internal factors related to the management of early childhood education in educational institutions as a whole, in each aspect and in each item, was the budget. As for external factors related to early childhood education management in educational institutions, the overall picture, in each aspect, and on the item most were economic.
It was found that educational institutions had budgets that were continuously supported by the private sector, communities, and education agencies. This makes the management of early childhood education more modern and appropriate activities.
The strategy for early childhood education in schools under Kamphaeng Phet Primary Educational Service Area Office 1 and Office 2 was found that the developed strategies consisted of 11 strategies, 35 indicators, 72 measures.
The results of the evaluation of early childhood education found that the evaluation results were in the highest levels. The strategy had the agreement, the appropriateness, the possibility and the utility of vision, mission, goals, issues, indicators and measures.
PubDate: 2023-11-30
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.42
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- The Study of Problem, Guideline and Needs of Repetitive Behaviors
Management in Phitsanulok Special Education School
Authors: Sombut Lumkum, Suwapatchara Changpinit, Paiwan Sudwan, Anucha Phoommisittiporn, Siriwimol Jaingam
Pages: 604 - 621
Abstract: The purpose of this research is to study the problem conditions, guideline and needs for handling with repetitive behavior problems of children with autism in Phitsanulok special education schools. Population is teachers for 57 children with autism at the age of 3-8 years. These teachers work for regional Special Education Center7, Phitsanulok, SuperKids School Phitsanulok, and PhitsanulokPanyanukul School. A tool used for this research is a questionnaire on problem conditions, approach and demands for handling with repetitive behavior problems of children with autism. The questionnaire is formed with data collected from interviews and quantitative analysis.
A statistical tool used is mean (μ) and standard deviation (σ). The results of this research can be shown as the overview of each aspect following: 1) Teaching condition was at the high level. Repetitive behavior problems were of the lower-order repetitive behaviors (LRBs) group rather than the higher-order repetitive behaviors (HRBs) group. 2) Teaching obstacle was also at the high level. Children with autism who lack the concentration and attention on class activities are likely to interrupt or disturb their friends in class. Consequently, teachers have to spend more time and choose more suitable activities. 3) Management model was at the highest level. After each topic of this model was carefully considered, it can be clearly stated that teachers decided to choose 3 types in order of frequency to deal with repetitive behaviors: exercise, behavior modification, and sensory motor integration. 4) Demand to develop teaching was at the highest level. There have been a lot of demands on crossdisciplinarity by gathering knowledge of various sciences developed to be new knowledge with the purpose of dealing with these problems respectively: first, repetitive behavior problems; next, efficient teaching forms; then action teaching skill development, and finally fundamental knowledge development.
PubDate: 2023-11-30
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.43
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- A Study of Behavior Problems in Children with Autism, Parenting Style and
Need of Behaviors Management in Lower Northern Region
Authors: Jintana Pradujphongpetch, Siriwimol Jaingam, Salakjit Triranaopas, Suwapatchara Changpinit, Anucha Phoommisittiporn
Pages: 622 - 637
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate behavior problems and parenting styles and parents’ needs dealing with behavioral problems in children with autism. The target of this study was a total number of 40 parents of children with autism, aged 3 – 8 years old, originally living in lower northern region. The tool used to collect data on this study was questionnaires and conducted a research on February 15th– 20th, 2022. Data in this study was analyzed with descriptive statistics: percentage, average, and standard deviation. The findings of the result indicated that the higher behavioral problems in children with autism were self – injury (
PubDate: 2023-12-01
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.44
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- Optimizing Logistics Management of Entrepreneurs Border Trade Thailand -
Combodia Surin Province
Authors: Thumnong Chidchob
Pages: 638 - 658
Abstract: The objectives of this mixed-method research were: 1) to study the logistics management information and the information about the purchase and sale of goods distributors; 2) to study the factors influencing the efficiency of logistics system of Thai-Cambodian bordered-trade entrepreneurs; and 3) to determine strategies for optimizing logistics management efficiency in terms of marketing and distribution. The sample group used for data collection consisted of 225 Thai-Cambodian bordered-trade entrepreneurs for a quantitative study and 30 Thai-Cambodian bordered-trade entrepreneurs for a qualitative study. The collected data were analyzed by coordinating quantitative and qualitative data. The study found that:
Most entrepreneurs operate their business for 3-8 years and make an order about 11-15 times per month. Goods are placed in front of the store and are sold both retailing and wholesaling. Most entrepreneurs use private cars to transport goods. From the quantitative and qualitative data, it was found that they are consistent. The study showed that the level of supply chain operation of Thai-Cambodian bordered-trade entrepreneurs, the overall level of supply chain operation, competitiveness, supply chain management, and the operating efficiency have the average mean score at a high level. Factors including supply chain operation, competitiveness, and supply chain management have direct and indirect effects on the efficiency of logistics operations of Thai-Cambodia border trade entrepreneurs at the .01 of statistically significant level.
According to a structural equation modelling, the study revealed that the supply chain operation factor, the competitiveness factor, and the supply chain management factor are a causal factor influencing the efficiency of logistics operation of Thai-Cambodian bordered-trade entrepreneurs and the findings are fit with the empirical data (
The results of the descriptive analysis revealed that the strength is that there is a wide variety of products and the price is cheap while the weakness is that entrepreneurs still lack knowledge and experience in operation. The opportunity is a policy to promote ASEAN market and the obstacle is an increasing of tariffs on goods. The strategies for optimizing logistics management of entrepreneurs is the application of cost reduction techniques, human resource development planning, and having a good information system.
PubDate: 2023-12-01
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.45
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- The Potential Development in Marketing Public Relations for State Ticket
Welfare Holders of Banmuan Hom Community, Kang Sopha Sub-district, Wang
Thong District, Phitsanulok Province : A Case Study of Business of Nang
Let sweet
Authors: Orawan Sritongon, Bussaba Hintow
Pages: 659 - 674
Abstract: The purposes of this research were 1) to analyze SWOT (SWOT analysis) and marketing conditions of Nang Let sweet of the State Ticket Welfare Holder group of Banmuan Hom Community, Kang Sopha Sub-district, Wang Thong District, Phitsanulok Province, 2) to develop the potential marketing public relations for the state ticket welfare holder group, 3) to evaluate the potential enhancement on business marketing public relations of Nang Let sweet. This is a mixed method: quantitative and qualitative research. There were 50 key informants from the state ticket welfare holders from Moo 5 Banmuang Hom . The data were collected by questionnaire, interview and analyzed by using descriptive statistics: percentage, mean, and the interview was analyzed by qualitative methodology. The research findings show that 1) the strength of Nang Let sweet at Banmuang Hom is the product produced from sticky rice of the community, raw material easy to find, low cost. The weakness is the production process delays, The product has a short shelf life, The package is not outstanding. The Opportunity is unique. The threat are competitors have all over the country which to the competitive difficulty and the production depends on the weather condition. 2) Increasing of potential on marketing public relations, it is mainly at a low level but the potential on special situation is at a moderate level. 3) the evaluation of marketing public relations potential of the state ticket welfare holder group of Banmuang Hom community overall was at a low level due to the aging of the group members, lack of knowledge, and less access to the online media.
PubDate: 2023-08-22
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.46
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- A Confirmation Factor Analysis of the Life Skills of Underprivileged
Children in the Welfare Schools under the Office of Special Education
Administration
Authors: Nakamol Nokkaew, Suvaree Wongwattana, Anu Jarernvongrayab
Pages: 675 - 688
Abstract: The objective of this research was to conduct the confirmatory factor analysis of life skills of underprivileged children in the welfare school under the Special Education Bureau. The subjects of this research were 520 underprivileged children (extremely poor children) in Grade 9 in the first semester, academic year 2020 in the welfare schools under Special Education Bureau, obtained by multi-stage random sampling. The data were collected by using a life skill assessment scale developed by the researcher based on the Life Skills Assessment Scale of the Office of the Basic Education Commission. The instrument’s reliability was .951. The data were analyzed by using basic statistics (frequency and percentage) and confirmatory factor analysis. The results of this research indicated that life skills of underprivileged children in the welfare schools under the Special Education Bureau consisted of four components, namely, self-awareness and self-esteem, critical thinking, decision-making and creative problem-solving skills, emotional and stress management skills, and building good relationships with others. Furthermore, there were a total of 27 indicators, and life skills of underprivileged children in the welfare schools under the Special Education Bureau model has shown that the model conformed to empirical data. As Chi-square test has a value of X2 = 504.38, df. = 263, CFI = 0.963, TLI = 0.950 and RMSEA = 0.041. This means the indicators are suitable for life skills of underprivileged children model found that all the standardized factor weights of 27 indicators were positive ranging from 0.534 - 0.761, reliability in the rang 0.285 – 0.579. Finally the standardized factor weights of second order for the 4 life skills indicators in the ranging 0.816 – 0.939.
PubDate: 2023-12-01
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.47
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
- Development of Coconut Coir Fiber Packaging to Value Creation for Cold
Pressed Coconut Oil Products, Tumbon Phlai Chumphon Phitsanulok Province
Authors: Prattana Sirisan
Pages: 689 - 700
Abstract: The community enterprise of the Phlai Chumphon farm housewives group, Phlai Chumphon subdistrict, Phitsanulok Province produced and distributed the coconut oil products in the form of soaps, hair care products, skin care products, and the development packaging from coconut fibers to create value added for the cold-pressed coconut oil products through knowledge transfer and practiced to promote the local products powerful and sustainable. The study aimed to 1) study and collect information about the potential of products from the Phlai Chumphon farm housewives group’s products. 2) develop packaging from coconut fibers for the cold-pressed coconut oil products. 3) assess the satisfaction in creating value added. The study combined both qualitative and quantitative research with the community participation, which had the process as follow: 1) the in-depth interview with 33 people in the community found that they desired the identity of local products and the usage of coconut husks because, at the present, the Phlai Chumphon farm housewives group used coconut husks as fertilizer and waste. Therefore, they desired to develop the form of packaging that could add value. The form of packaging was concerned from the nearby materials to reduce the costs, be produced by themselves in the community, and made new customer acquisition in trade shows and department stores. 2) organizing the training workshop for local people to practice the forming packaging from coconut fiber and then drafted a label design on the package based on the name "Phlai Chumphon", defining the design concept by using white, green and brown to represent the nature and coconut’s color through the coconut leaf patterns which could show the products made from coconut. 3) the satisfaction questionnaire of 300 consumers by accidental sampling showed they had the high level of satisfaction in the form of overall the appropriate and beautiful packaging. The use of coconut fiber materials used in the forming of packaging reduced costs, concerned nature and be used for other benefits. The label color on the packaging indicated its naturalness. The packaging pattern could be attractive and added value to the product.
PubDate: 2023-12-01
DOI: 10.14456/psruhss.2023.48
Issue No: Vol. 17, No. 2 (2023)
