Suan Dusit Graduate School Academic Journal

Coffee Breaks: President's Storytelling

2025-02-14T15:01:26+07:00

Sirote's Model for University Quality Integration A Paradigm of Integrating Sciences and Arts in Higher Education Management

2024-12-04T11:48:36+07:00

This article introduces Sirote's Model for University Quality Integration, a management framework blending modern management principles with Thai wisdom and culture. Developed by Associate Professor Dr. Sirote Pholphanthin, former president of Suan Dusit University, the model reflects his leadership in transforming the institution from a Rajabhat Institute into an autonomous university. It comprises 14 key components, including the strategic vision "SMALL but SMART," which focuses on specialized excellence, integrated change through vision alignment, process improvement, and cultural transformation, proactive human resource development to enhance personnel competencies, holistic quality management integrating international standards, and financial sustainability through academic business initiatives. The model also emphasizes fostering a learning and innovation-driven organizational culture and embedding social responsibility into the university’s core missions. Its success is evident in Suan Dusit University's distinctive strengths in areas like food, early childhood education, nursing, and hospitality. Furthermore, the article discusses the establishment of the "Sirote Pholphanthin Institute," which aims to develop leaders capable of managing change and addressing modern challenges by applying Sirote's Model. The article indicates that the model offers a robust framework for advancing higher education institutions in Thailand to adapt effectively to global changes.

Innovation in Basic Education Administration in the Digital Technology Era

2023-08-25T15:27:01+07:00

The purpose of this academic paper was to focus on the study of appropriate administrative methods by studying and analyzing the concept of innovation in basic education administration in the digital technology era, and explore guidelines to promote innovation in basic education administration in the digital technology era. This was in line with the Office of the Basic Education Commission's strategy to create quality output in accordance with the framework. Nowadays, new innovations have changed people's lives in the world, and technology has been continuously developed until a variety of inventions have emerged. The results of the analysis showed that digital technology was important for educational administration to be able to connect to the Internet network for data storage, data sharing on Cloud system, communication, appointment scheduling, job assignment and sending meeting minutes through online system. In this academic paper, the author presented guidelines to promote innovation in basic education administration, which was an important process in the development of the education system. If an organization developed innovations that utilized its resources to benefit or increase productivity to the agency, it would be able to innovate agency management. It was used as a guideline for the development of innovations in basic education management in the digital technology era that had a positive impact on society and the nation for further advancement.

Leadership and Organizational Culture in Higher Education Institutions: Development Approaches Towards Excellence in the Era of Change

2024-09-30T14:56:51+07:00

This study aimed to analyze the roles and interrelationships between leadership and organizational culture in higher education institutions, with a particular focus on Thai higher education in the context of rapid change. Employing a comprehensive literature review and case study analysis of both domestic and international institutions, the research revealed that effective leadership in modern higher education should integrate characteristics of transformational, digital, and ethical leadership, coupled with adaptability and strategic thinking. Concurrently, organizational culture should emphasize learning, innovation, flexibility, collaboration, and social responsibility. The study advocated for a systematic and concurrent development of both leadership and organizational culture, taking into account the unique context of each institution and the challenges posed by an Era of Change. This article presented strategies for enhancing leadership and organizational culture in Thai higher education institutions, aimed at elevating educational quality, fostering innovation, and bolstering international competitiveness. Furthermore, it proposed avenues for future research to expand the knowledge base in this critical area.

Knowledge, Information Perception and Food Arrangements Behavior for Preschool Children of Parents in State School, Yala Province

2024-03-11T15:57:33+07:00

The purposes of this research were to study about 1) knowledge, information perception, food arrangement behavior of preschool children of parents in state schools, Yala province. 2) the relationship between knowledge, information perception and food arrangement behavior of the parents. The sample included 305 public parents of preschool children in state schools, Yala province selected by using a proportional stratified random sampling. Questionnaires and tests were employed to gather the data. Data analysis comprised frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation and Pearson’s product moment correlation coefficient. The results of this study revealed that preschool children’s parents in state schools, Yala province had overall knowledge of food arrangements at the good level ( X̅ = 11.80). The overall information perception towards food arrangement was found at the occasional level (X̅ = 2.28). The overall food arrangement behavior for preschool children was found at the regular level (X̅ = 2.36). Knowledge was positively related or in the same direction with food arrangement behavior at the low correlation level (r= 0.34) at the statistical significance level of .01. Information perception had a positive relationship or in the same direction with food arrangement behavior at the moderate level (r=0.54) at the statistical significance level of .01.

Life-long Learning Style of Yangsrisuraj District People in Mahasarakam Province

2024-04-22T15:36:50+07:00

This survey research aimed 1) to study life-long learning style of Yangsrisuraj District people in Mahasarakam Province 2) to study influential factors on life-long education style of those who are habitants of Yangsrisuraj District and 3) to explore the guidelines supporting life-long learning of Yangsrisuraj District people. Samples of 379 people were selected by simple random sampling. Rating scale questionnaire and structured in-depth interview were used as the tool for data collection. Percentage, mean (M) and standard deviation (SD) were employed for data analysis. Research results showed as the follows; 1) the formal lifelong learning aspect of Yangsrisuraj District people in Mahasarakam Province was found at the highest level (X̅ = 4.55, S.D. = 0.48). When considering each aspect, the informal learning and non-formal learning were evaluated at the highest level (X̅ = 4.78, S.D. = 0.33). The informal lifelong learning aspect also showed at the highest level (X̅ = 4.55, SD = 0.48). When considering in terms of items, the item of life-long learning style by self- interest and aptitude was indicated at the highest level (X̅ = 4.88, S.D. = 0.05) which mainly aimed to develop the quality of life 2) There were 3 influential factors on life-long learning style of Yangsrisuraj District people in Mahasarakam Province namely, social factor, economic factor and administrative factor which were indicated at the highest level (X̅ = 4.69, S.D. = 0.31). In this finding, economic factor prominently influenced learning style at the highest level (X̅ = 4.79, S.D. = 0.21) 3) the guidelines supporting life-long learning of Yangsrisuraj District people in Mahasarakam Province consisted of 4 P’s namely 1 Policy 2 Pedagogy 3 Process and 4) Participation.

Evaluation of the Community Vocational Training Center Project of Yarang District Learning Encouragement Center Pattani Province

2024-05-03T16:07:17+07:00

* นายธนวัฒน์ รัตนเดโช (Corresponding Author)

E-mail : tanawat25852@gmail.com

The purposes of this project evaluation are to 1) Assess the project implementation processes in various aspects, including 1.1) context, 1.2) input, 1.3) process, and 1.4) output; 2) Evaluate the project's outcomes; and 3) Assess the achievement of the objectives of the community vocational training center project. The evaluation applies a mixed-methods approach, incorporating the models of Stufflebeam, Stake, and Tyler. The data providers include administrators, teachers, project manager, and students totaling 138 individuals. The evaluation tools used include questionnaires, skill assessments, attitude measurement instrument, and performance measurement tests. The data analysis and statistics used include means, standard deviations and tested the hypothesis of two related sample groups.The evaluation results found that 1) The implementation process of the community vocational training center project is highly appropriate; 2) The outcomes of the community vocational training center project are highly appropriate; and 3) The community vocational training center project has achieved its objectives to a high degree, meeting all the specified evaluation criteria in every aspect. These results suggest that the community vocational training center project should continue. However, improvements should be made, such as providing sufficient resources for operations and developing suitable training programs that consider the diverse needs of the learners.

Development of Electronic Books with Inquiry-Based Learning (5E) on Europe Continent in Social Studies for Mathayomsuksa 2 students

2024-07-02T12:58:37+07:00

The objectives of this research were: (1) To compare students’ learning achievement before and after of Mathayomsuksa 2 students who study using electronic books together with the inquiry-based learning process (5E) on the subject of Europe, Social Studies subject. (2) To study the satisfaction of Mathayomsuksa 2 students who study using electronic books together with inquiry-based learning (5E) on the subject of Europe, Social Studies subject. The sample comprised 30 Mathayomsuksa 2 students from Matthayom Ban Bang Kapi School in the second semester of the academic year 2023, Selected by purposive Selection. The research instruments included (1) Inquiry-based learning plan on the topic of Europe. (2) E-book on Europe, Social Studies subject. (3) Academic achievement test About Europe. (4) Satisfaction assessment with learning management using electronic books combined with inquiry-based learning (5E) Statistics used in data analysis are percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Test the hypothesis using t-test (Dependent Samples) The research results showed that: 1) Academic achievement after studying with electronic books combined with inquiry-based learning (5E) on the continent of Europe. Social Studies Higher than before studying with statistical significance at the .05 level. 2) Satisfaction of students who study using electronic books combined with inquiry-based learning (5E) on Europe. Social Studies It is at the highest level with an average of 4.82.

Development of Self-Management Skills Measurement Model for Mathayomsuksa Students, Nakhonsawan Primary Education Service Area Office 3

2024-05-21T17:05:27+07:00

This research is a quantitative study with the following objectives: 1) To develop a self-management skill measurement scale for Mathayomsuksa students, which includes examining content and construct validity, discrimination power, and reliability; and 2) To develop normative criteria for self-management skills of Mathayomsuksa students. The sample group consists of 590 Mathayomsuksa students from the Nakhon Nayok Primary Educational Service Area Office 3, selected through multi-stage sampling. The instrument used is the self-management skill measurement scale for Mathayomsuksa students. The statistics used for data analysis include mean, standard deviation, percentiles, normalized T-scores, correlation coefficients, and confirmatory factor analysis, conducted using the Mplus program. The research findings are as follows: 1. The 36-item behavioral rating scale, with 5 levels of estimation, has an Item-Objective Congruence (IOC) ranging from 0.67 to 1.00, discrimination power ranging from 0.33 to 0.79, and reliability of 0.938. The construct validity is supported by the following fit indices: Chi-square = 476.602, df = 472, p-value = 0.4321, CFI = 0.998, TLI = 0.997, RMSEA = 0.009, and SRMR = 0.064.2. The local normative criteria for assessing self-management skills are divided into 5 levels : Very high: 164 points and above (≥T68), High: 139-163 points (T56-T67), Medium: 118-138 points (T44-T55), Low: 100-117 points (T32-T43) and Very low: below 99 points (<T31)

Factors Influencing Success in Digital Transformation: A Case Study of Cement and Building Materials Business in Thailand

2024-03-20T10:49:37+07:00

This quantitative study investigates the factors influencing success in digital transformation, focusing on a case study of a cement, and building materials business in Thailand. Specifically targeting employees of a distribution and retail business unit within the company, a sample of 406 employees was randomly selected using the stratified sampling method. Data collection employed online questionnaires featuring closed-ended questions, subjected to testing for content validity and reliability. The content validity (IOC) yielded a result of 0.9153, and questionnaire reliability, assessed through Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient, resulted in score of 0.962. Data analysis was performed by exploratory factor analysis (EFA) to identify the structure and reveal the underlying structure of variables. The findings reveal six key factors and eight components driving digital transformation success within the studied business, including: (1) Employee Characteristics with two components-Performance Expectancy and Digital Literacy; (2) Technological Characteristic with one component-Technology Characteristics; (3) Organizational Characteristics with one component - Organizational Characteristics; (4) Market Force with one component - Market Force; (5) Perceived Usefulness with two components - Work efficiency, and Customer Satisfaction Enhancement; and (6) Perceived Ease of Use with two components - Availability and Perceived Ease of Use These findings provide insights for organizations aiming to enhance their digital transformation efforts and adapt to the evolving digital landscape.

Determining Proportional Penalties for Misdemeanor of the Criminal Code Part 3

2024-03-12T09:51:19+07:00

This research aims to study the problem of imposing criminal penalties for offenses with varying degrees of severity, both serious and minor offenses, under the Thai Criminal Code. This research applied a qualitative research consisting of documentary research. Through the study, it was found that misdemeanors under the Criminal Code, represent minor offenses established in the past without subsequent amendments to align with current circumstances. This has led to issues in applying criminal penalties that are not proportionate and fail to achieve the intended purpose of punishment. In Thailand, despite the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand B.E. 2560, Section 77, Paragraph 3, not explicitly providing criteria for determining offenses of a serious nature, a definition of serious offenses has been outlined in accordance with the recommendations of the Law Development Committee in the year B.E. 2562. These guidelines have been utilized in assessing offenses up to the present. However, the pre-existing offenses established before the formulation of these criteria have not been reviewed to assess whether the prescribed measures for penalties are appropriate. This article proposes the application of Germany criteria for assessing serious offenses based on those, to be adopted alongside the criteria suggested by the Thai Law Development Committee. It considering criminal penalties as a last resort. Additionally, it suggests a framework for canceling minor offenses of the criminal code part 3, it proposes converting misdemeanors of a serious nature to criminal offenses in the offense section in order to solve problems for concerning the appropriateness of penalties in alignment with the nature of the offenses and the objectives of punishment under the Thai Criminal Code in future Thai criminal legislation.

The Component Analysis of Factors Affecting Innovative Organization: Case Study of Government Saving Bank

2024-04-02T10:22:26+07:00

This quantitative research aimed to identify the components of factors affecting being an innovative organization of the Government Saving Bank. The sample group of 400 employees of the Government Saving Banks who were related with innovation development process in any level were chosen by purposive sampling. Data was gathered by an online closed-end questionnaire, which was tested by content validity and reliability method. All questions were tested in terms of the content validity (IOC) which were between 0.500-1.000 and the reliability of the questionnaire with the coefficient of Cronbach's Alpha of 0.954. Data analysis was performed by exploratory factor analysis (EFA) to identify common factor and create new component groups. The result revealed that factors affecting being an innovative organization of the Government Saving Bank consisted of four factors and five components: two components of organizational innovation, innovative and innovation partnership; one component of competency, knowledge transfer and innovation process.

Sales Forecasting of Products for a Yarn Company

2024-06-25T13:27:36+07:00

This research aimed to forecast the sales volume of products for a certain Yarn company. This study employed a mixed-method approach through selective data collection. The data, which constituted a sample group, included sales figures from the year 2015 to 2022, totaling eight years. The research methodology followed the Cross-Industry Standard Process for Data Mining (CRISP-DM) to discover insights using sales forecasting techniques consisting of 1) date/month/year, 2) invoice, 3) delivery note, 4) buyer's name, 5) yarn number, 6) weight, 7) selling price, and 8) total price per invoice. These data were then transformed into a format suitable for analysis by sales forecasting techniques. The research results revealed that: 1) The forecasted monthly sales for the year 2566 amounted to 322.31 million Baht, with an average monthly sale of 26.85 million Baht 2) The forecasted monthly sales for the year 2567 totaled 316.55 million Baht, with an average monthly sale of 26.37 million Baht And 3) The forecasted monthly sales for the year 2568 amounted to 379.75 million Baht, with an average monthly sale of 31.64 million Baht. The abovementioned sales forecasting of yarn companies was utilized for planning future business operations effectively.

A Study of Cleaning Methods of High-level Emergency Ambulance for Decontamination by using Bloodstain Screening Tests

2024-05-16T11:03:17+07:00

The objectives of this research were 1) to study cleaning protocols for the high-level emergency ambulance by using different cleaning products prior to forensic examination under the blood screening tests using Hemastix and Phenolphthalein methods and to 2) to compare the level of contamination in the cabin of high-level emergency ambulance after cleaning with disinfectant wipes and sterilizing powder on the contaminated blood areas from different surfaces, which were synthetic leather, stainless steel, and fiberglass. A blood sample of 0.1 ml was dropped on the tested surfaces and then washed off by using the disinfectant wipes and sterilizing powder for 3, 5 and 10 cycles. The bloodstain screening tests using Hemastix and Phenolphthalein were performed afterward. The results were as follows; 1) the disinfectant powder demonstrated better decontamination results in bloodstain removal than disinfectant wipes for all surfaces. The number of cleaning cycles affected the bloodstain detection. 2) bloodstains were detected on synthetic leather at a higher level than in fiberglass and stainless steel, respectively. The uneven and semi-porous surfaces required more than 5 cycles of cleaning for decontamination. Hence, decontamination of the high-level emergency ambulance must be evaluated with surface types and appropriate cleaning protocol for attaining well-prepared and prompt service.