Journal of Human and Society, Sisaket Rajabhat University

“Ogre” Reflection of Belief about Ghosts in Thai Lue Ethnic and Isan Ethnic

Veerachat Duangmala, Kanokporn Numtong — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

This study aims to compare reflections on ogres in Thai Lue ethnic and Isan ethnic by studying documents and research related to ghosts in Thailand and China. The study is divided into 3 points, including belief about the origin of Ogres in Thai Lue ethnic and Isan ethnic, the process of becoming an Ogre and driving them out Ogres in Thai Lue ethic and Isan ethic, and the interpretation of changes in beliefs about Ogres in modern society.

The result of the study found that the belief about the origin of Ogres can be divided into three categories as follows: 1) the history of Ogre, 2) the process of becoming an Ogre, and 3) the cognition of being an Ogre. Furthermore, the process of becoming an Ogre follows 3 distinct stages: Firstly, a person is identified as an Ogre, then a ritual is performed to confirm and banish the Ogre. Finally, the person receives punishment from the society. Two factors were found to contribute to the changing beliefs about Ogres in contemporary society. The utilization of humorous or fantastical films has significantly changed the beliefs about Ogres. Also, diseases have contributed to the change of ancient beliefs about Ogres in modern society.

Challenges of teaching practicum at Phnom Penh Teacher Education College, Cambodia

Saran Sok — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The purpose of the research was to explore the challenges of teaching practicum in Cambodia using the case of Phnom Penh Teacher Education College. Participants for this qualitative research were 29, there are deputy director (P-TEC), TTD’s staff, student teachers, mentor teachers, college supervisors, school-based coordinators and college-based coordinators. Using interview questions and Creswell framework for qualitative data analysis and interpretation.

The finding was as follows: During teaching practicum student teachers faced several challenges: insufficient observation and feedback from stakeholders, learners view on student teachers, limited number of practices in the real class, preparation of lesson plans, and the teaching practicum assessment process. Meanwhile, some stakeholders also faced some challenges: insufficient training for the stakeholders to undertake their essential roles, lack of cooperation among the key players, especially between TEC and practicum schools, and workload.

Developing Thai Reading and Writing Skills through Thai Language Conservation Camp Activities for Students in Lower Secondary Schools, Satuek School in Buri Ram Province, and Nadee Witthaya School in Surin Province

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

This research article presents the development of Thai reading and writing skills through Thai language conservation camp activities for students in lower secondary school, Satuek School in Buri Ram Province, and Nadee Witthaya School in Surin Province The objective is to compare Thai reading and writing skill achievement before the utilization of Thai conservation camp activities, and to assess satisfaction with these activities. The target group comprises 169 lower secondary school students form Satuek School, Buri Ram Province, and 275 students from Nadee Wittaya School, Surin Province. This sample is selected through purposive sampling. The tools used were included a test to measure Thai reading and writing skills, as well as a satisfaction assessment form. The statistics utilized in the research encompass the comparison of achievement in Thai reading and writing skills before and after studying, employing statistical methods such as the t-test (Dependent), and assessing satisfaction in organizing Thai conservation camp activities. The data were analyzed using mean ( ) and standard deviation (S.D.). The research results found that 1. Satuek School Buri Ram Province, students demonstrated higher achievement in Thai reading and writing skills after participating in Thai conservation camp activities compared to their performance before studying, with statistical significance at the .05 level. Additionally, students expressed the highest level of satisfaction with the Thai conservation camp ( = 4.72). 2. Nadee Wittaya School in Surin Province, students demonstrated higher achievement in Thai reading and writing skills after participating in the activities of the Thai conservation camp compared to their performance before studying, with statistical significance at the 0.05 level. Additionally, the students expressed the highest level of satisfaction with the Thai language conservation camp ( = 4.51).

Creative Design Based on the Identity of Embroidery in Si Sa Ket Province

Kamonwan Pongkul — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The study, titled “Creative Design Based on the Identity of Embroidery in Si Sa Ket” aimed to 1) explore the identity of the embroidery in Si Sa Ket and 2) develop creative designs based on the identity of the embroidery in Si Sa Ket. A mixed-method research approach, involving both documentary and on-site data collection methods, was employed. Various research tools, such as interviews, observations, focus groups, and questionnaires, were utilized to gather information from relevant people. Then, the gathered data were analyzed through a combination of design concepts, creative economy principle, identity theory, and deconstruction theory to develop creative designs based on the identity of the embroidery in Si Sa Ket.

The study discovered that the identity of the embroidery in Si Sa Ket, particularly within the Phon Kho embroidery group located in Phon Kho Sub-district, Mueang District, Si Sa Ket, is a heritage passed down through generations and necessitates continuous learning throughout the embroidery process. In the present, embroidery has transformed into a product that generates increased income and boosts economic growth within the community. The identity of the embroidery can be classified into two distinct aspects: the individual identity and the collective identity. The collective identity refers to the production techniques, designs, patterns, and colors that remain consistent with those of other groups. Regarding the patterns of the individual identity of the embroidery, it encompasses three primary patterns: the palm flower and white cheese wood pattern, the palm flower pattern, and the palm leaf pattern. In contrast, the patterns of the collective identity include ten patterns, namely the centipede’s feet pattern, the lion’s tail pattern, the chain pattern, the weaver ant’s legs pattern, the candlestick pattern, the bodhi leaf pattern, the bullet wood pattern, the Ta Laeaw sign pattern, the flower pattern, and the star-weaving pattern. These patterns can be categorized into four groups: 1) animal patterns (the centipede’s feet pattern, lion’s tail pattern, and weaver ant’s legs pattern), 2) botanic and floral patterns (the palm flower and white cheese wood pattern, palm flower pattern, palm leaf pattern, flower pattern, bodhi leaf pattern, and bullet wood pattern), 3) miscellaneous-item patterns (the Chain pattern, candlestick pattern, key pattern, and Ta Laeaw sign pattern), and 4) nature-imitating patterns (the star-weaving pattern). Data has been collected and analyzed to generate creative designs inspired by the concept of embroidery and the design concepts. This process involved analyzing consumer groups and design trends, studying trends in lifestyle products and graphic design, and extracting insights from consumers and innovative products. The result was a single collection of creative designs comprising items such as hats, bags, shoes, and scarves/shawls. This collection was subsequently subjected to evaluation by design experts, and satisfaction levels among the target groups of 50 people were assessed. The findings revealed that the scarves/shawls gained the highest level of satisfaction ( = 4.52, S.D. = 0.50), followed by the shoes ( = 4.24, S.D. = 0.50), bags ( = 4.30, S.D. = 0.52), and hats ( = 4.09, S.D. = 0.56), respectively. Overall satisfaction There is an overall average. Overall satisfaction ( = 4.29, S.D. = 0.47)

Effects of Mental Health Literacy Promoting Program with Social Support for Stress Management among Caregivers of Long-Term Care in the Khon Kaen Municipality

Pranee Naowanit, Natnapa Heebkaew Padchasuwan, Krittapart Sihawong — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

Stress is a worldwide major mental health problem, and chronic stress can lead to illness. It affects physical health and, in severe cases, may lead to suicide. This research is a quasi-experimental study aimed at examining the outcomes of a program designed to promote mental health literacy combined with social support and to foster stress management behavior among caregivers of dependent people in Khon Kaen Municipality. The sample group consisted of caregivers for dependent people, divided into two groups: an experimental group and a comparison group, each comprising 30 people. The experimental group received a program to promote mental health literacy along with social support, created by the researcher. The program consisted of lecture activities, watching a video demonstrating stress management practices, and tracking usage at home. The comparison group received normal services from officials for a period of 10 weeks. The collected data were then analyzed to compare differences in mean scores within groups and between the experimental group and the comparison group, utilizing Paired t-test and independent t-test statistics, with the statistical significance level set at 0.05.

The results showed that, after the experiment, the experimental group demonstrated significantly higher mean scores in various skills, such as accessing mental health information, cognitive skills for managing stress, mental health communication skills, mental health media literacy skills, decision-making skills to manage stress, self-stress management skills, and stress management practices, compared to both their pre-experiment scores and those of the comparison group (p-value < 0.001). After the experiment, the experimental group exhibited a significantly lower mean stress level than before the experiment (p-value < 0.001) and significantly less stress than the comparison group (p-value < 0.001). Therefore, the program, which promotes mental health literacy along with social support, has the potential to foster stress management behavior among caregivers of dependent people.

The Creation of Thai Folk Dance: Rum Tone Nonthai

Sakulrat Onsunthia — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The objectives of this research were 1) to study the history and components of the traditional dance performance called "Ram Thon" in Ban Khok Mongkol, Samrong District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, and 2) to create and develop a folk-art performance, the "Ram Thon-Non Thai" set. The research methodology included structured interviews and subgroup meetings, analyzing perspectives of individuals involved and experts in various fields, and extracting information from documents, scripts, books, articles, and previous research.

The results of this research were as follows: 1. The origin and elements of the "Ram Thon" dance in Ban Khok Mongkol: The tradition of performing the "Ram Thon" dance in the community of Ban Khok Mongkol is deeply rooted in the lifestyle and beliefs of the local residents. The dance, performed during ceremonies to honor ancestors, involves both solo and paired movements. It incorporates rhythmic tones that can be played in unison or as a duet. The use of molded glutinous rice in the form of 12 silver and 15 gold pieces symbolizes prosperity, encouragement, and protection against illness. 2. This practice signifies the community's belief in generating blessings, strength, and warding off diseases and fevers. The residents of Ban Khok Mongkol commonly participate in "Ram Thon" during traditional events, such as Songkran celebrations and community festivities, for entertainment purposes. The creation of a folk-art performance, the "Ram Thon - Non Thai" set comprises seven aspects, including conceptualization, choreography, dance movements, music and singing, costumes, stage arrangement, performers, and supporting equipment. The development process can generate aesthetic excellence in the presentation of traditional performing arts while preserving and expressing the cultural identity associated with the "Ram Thon" dance.

Group of Coffee Farmer’s Development Process in Ubon Ratchathani Province and Design Packaging to Promote Sales

Jessada Saisook, Pratak Koonthong, Thachada Kotmongkon — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The objective of this research was to study the process of farmers' participation in the creation of coffee farmers' groups and to create a model of a group of coffee growers who are strong with participation in Ubon Ratchathani Province. The research implementation process starts with planning to establish a knowledge organization for development, which involves a meeting of researchers to plan research and set goals. Determine various activities for conducting research on the development process of coffee farmer’s groups in Ubon Ratchathani Province. Then, a body of knowledge synthesis for development is done, which is a process of reviewing theories and literature related to research. Then study the data from the observations. In-depth interviews, questionnaires and small meetings among coffee farmers in Ubon Ratchathani Province to find issues of problems and guidelines for the integration of coffee farmers in Ubon Ratchathani Province. The research found that coffee farmers in the beginning group in Ubon Ratchathani province Collected a total of 30 cases in many districts. When conducting group development, a group of farmers who grow coffee at Phu Ya Kha, Ban Plan Chai, Non Ko Sub-district, Sirindhorn District, Ubon Ratchathani Province were selected in a 3-step format: group movement and group growth. It was found that in creating a model of a group of strong coffee farmers with participation It is a good role model for other enterprises. Those who are interested can apply the pattern to suit their own context and potential and in the guidelines for developing packaging to promote sales, it was found that the group had chosen the 5th type of packaging to be used to package roasted coffee beans.

The Package Designing to Promote Ventilago denticulata Willd (Rang Daeng) Product of Baicha Koh Kret Community Enterprise in Koh Kret District of Nonthaburi Province

Sirat Jangruxsakul, Pornthip Tantivisethsak — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

This research had objectives for 1) to study problems and needs for package designing for enhancing the image of the product of Baicha Koh Kret community enterprise, sub-district Koh Kret, district Koh Kret, Nonthaburi province. 2) to develop packaging for Rang Daeng product for Baicha Koh Kret community enterprise. 3) to evaluate the consumers’s satisfaction to the packaging for Product Promotion of Baicha Koh Kret community enterprise. Conducts by participatory research with the community, starting with qualitative research by interview and inquire about the community’s problems and needs. Present the concepts of packaging development aligned with distribution channels and usage purposes. From the data collecting found out that the existing round-shaped packaging wastes each distribution space, the patterns of packaging were still not clearly express the identity of the community, lacks product information and contact channels, and the symbols and logos were lack of uniqueness. The shape, color, and patterns were outdated, which made the packaging unattractive and could not make extra value. Therefore, researchers developed the pattern of package to satisfy the demands of the community enterprise. And using the quantitative research methods to explore the satisfaction of packaging design. By study comprised 13 members of the community enterprise. Analyze the data by using statistics, averages, and standard deviations. The result of study found out the community enterprise satisfy the packaging for Ventilago denticulata Willd (Rang Daeng) product. The highest average satisfaction was at 4.21, which had the highest level of satisfaction on packaging structure, information on the package, ease of use, and patterns on the package that convey the community's identity accordingly. Similarly, a high level of satisfaction includes appropriate packaging materials, suitability of outer package size with inner package size, logos and symbols on the packaging, and product protection during transportation.

The Potential Development and Promotion of Entrepreneurship (D-HOPE) Based on an Integrated Approach in Trade and Service Industry in Mueang District, Tak Province

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

This research aimed to 1) develop the capacity of entrepreneurs, organization groups, and households participating in the community projects to be able to organize the activities that consumers can do by themselves (Hands-On Program Exhibition) according to the D-HOPE guidelines, 2) develop tourism routes linked to OTOP villages for tourism, OTOP Nawatwithi, community livelihood and community-based tourism managed by the community, and 3) create media to promote online community tourism in the area of Hua Diat Subdistrict, Mueang Tak District, Tak Province. the rice cracker salad product and the black sesame cracker product It has the same overall mean value of 4.24, which is at the highest level, followed by coconut miang filling products. It has an overall average value of 3.87, which is at a high level. Next is Mahae curry products. It has an overall average of 3.80, which is at a high level. Next is Miang Kham Chomphon products, which has an average of 3.60, which is at a high level, and respectively.

The Effects of Health Education Using Traditional Herbs of Students Health Care, Ban Kok Chang School, Phangnga Province

Kanyapak Nantachai, Chudabhorn Thongjun, Wilawan Prasomkit — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

This research is the quasi-experimental research. The one group had pretest-posttest before and after experiment and had the objectives to 1) to compare the knowledge scores on using traditional herbs for health care before and after receiving the health education od students, Ban Kho Chang school, Phangnga province, and 2) to study the satisfaction level of health education providing by using traditional herbs to health care for students, Ban Kok Chang School, Phangnga province. The sample group of this research was students who were studying in Prathomsuksa 4 to Matthayomsuksa 3 at Ban Kho Chang school, Phangnga province, in number of 43 students. By using the purposive sampling. The research tools were including a health education project, knowledge test, and satisfaction assessment form. The statistics that used for analyzing data were frequency, percentage, means, standard deviation, and hypothesis test with paired
t-test.

The results of the research found out that the sample group had a knowledge score on using traditional herbs for health care after receiving health education higher than before receiving health education at a significance level of 0.01 and the overall satisfaction level of the sample group was in high level of health education using traditional herbs for health care, that average score was 4.23 ± 0.67 points.

Development of an Evaluation Model of Pracharath School in Southern Border Provinces: An Application of Multiple Evaluation Approaches

Natchaya Komontree, Narongsak Rorbkorb, Jirawat Tansakul, Teerayout Rascha — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The Pracharat School Project in the Southern Border Provinces is a significant government initiative aimed at creating educational opportunities for students in these area. To ensure the project's implementation aligns with real conditions and provides beneficial recommendations for its effective development, utilizing various evaluation concepts is deemed appropriate for this research. This study examines the synthesis of the components and indicators for project evaluation, and the development and verification of the quality of the evaluation model. Data were gathered from five experts in measurement, evaluation, and the context of Pracharat schools in the southern border provinces. The instruments for the study included: 1) a synthesized evaluation model form and 2) an evaluation model suitability assessment form. The research procedure comprised three steps: 1) synthesizing relevant documents, 2) developing the evaluation model, and 3) evaluating the evaluation model. A multi-method evaluation was completed using descriptive statistics and qualitative procedures.

Results reveal that 1) The synthesis of components and indicators for evaluation, through the application of multi-concept evaluation, consists of five components: system evaluation, input factors, process, output, and follow-up. 2) The development and quality verification of the project evaluation model yielded five components and fifteen indicators, as follows: three indicators for system evaluation, three indicators for input factors, three indicators for process, three indicators for output, and three indicators for follow-up. And 3) The evaluation of the project model showed an average score of 4.92, indicating the highest level of suitability for use in creating project evaluation tools.

Digital Literacy Competencies for Librarians at Rajabhat University Libraries

Lampeung Boujanaut — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The objectives of this research were to 1) study librarian's opinions of Rajabhat University regarding digital literacy competence, 2) compare the librarians’ opinions on digital literacy competencies of librarians in different departments/jobs, and 3) to study improvement factors on digital literacy competency for the performance of Rajabhat University’s librarian. This research is quantitative research, and its data is collected by questionnaire. The studied population is limited to six libraries of Rajabhat University in the lower northeastern region comprising 40 people (100 percent for collecting data): librarian, information officer, and information scientist. The research data is analyzed by statistics: percentage, mean, standard deviation, one-way ANOVA, and Fisher's Least Significant Difference (LSD).

The studied results of opinions on digital literacy competency show that the most significant performance is a character in high level ( = 4.13). The second is skill performance which is a high level ( = 3.81). The third is knowledge competency which is a high level ( = 3.73). The hypothesis testing results revealed that it is not statistically significant on opinions of the digital literacy competencies when considering the difference between librarians with different departments or jobs. The average level of improvement factors for digital literacy competency in the performance of librarians of Rajabhat University libraries is high ( = 4.48) sorted in descending order: the external environment, university policy, infrastructure, personnel and personnel development, and policy of library administrators.