Wisdom Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences

A Primer on Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM)

Amarjeet S. Mastana — 2025-01-30

Over the past decade, Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) has become a staple analytical technique in business and social science research. Scholars and practitioners in fields such as marketing, management, psychology, and education have embraced this approach due to its flexibility, its capacity to handle relatively small sample sizes and non-normal data distributions, and its applicability to exploratory as well as more confirmatory research designs. In A Primer on Partial Least Squares Structural Equation, Modeling (PLS-SEM) (Second Edition), Joseph F. Hair Jr., G. Tomas M. Hult, Christian M.Ringle, and Marko Sarstedt present an updated and expanded guide to PLS-SEM, blending methodological depth with practical, step-by-step instruction.

Multiculturalism and the New Generation: Pathways to Building Understanding and Harmony in Contemporary Society

PhraUthit Suksang, Ph.D. — 2025-01-30

This academic article explores the relationship between multiculturalism and the new generation, offering guidelines on adaptation and coexistence in contemporary society. In the present day, our world is no longer a stranger to diversity and multiculturalism. The migration of populations from various ethnicities, nationalities, lifestyles, and differing perspectives has resulted in people from all over the world coming together in a shared space. The concept that emphasizes the beauty of differences and the value of diversity has thus become widely discussed. One of the key skills for people in the 21st century is the ability to understand cultural differences and diverse frameworks of thought. Moreover, the era of globalization has opened up opportunities for people to access boundless learning, as well as to easily and quickly reach information and knowledge sources. Today’s world is an information system that unites populations from all corners of the globe into a single society. Information and knowledge from various countries are thus easily accessible in a short amount of time.Ethnic diversity creates opportunities for the exchange of perspectives and innovations across multiple sectors, such as the economy, education, and society. At the same time, religious diversity allows individuals to learn from and respect one another’s beliefs, which is an essential foundation for fostering social reconciliation. Cultural diversity is also a vital force in the creation of new arts, languages, and lifestyles, enhancing quality of life and adding richness to global society.

The integration of multicultural diversity has made the role of the new generation central to creating a sustainable and peaceful society. The new generation is not only a leader in supporting diversity but also a catalyst for change that transforms the world into a space where everyone can coexist in peace and harmony.

A multicultural society, regardless of the generation, involves citizens, including children and youth, who are open-minded, understanding, non-discriminatory, and accepting of differences. This includes recognizing the diversity in terms of ethnicity, language, religion, and belief systems. Embracing these differences helps reduce racial and religious prejudices, fostering mutual understanding within society. It encourages people to view cultural, ethnic, and belief differences not as a means of division but as an opportunity for harmonious coexistence.

Future of circular economy in Thailand: Evidence from corporate efforts

MD Abdus Salam — 2025-01-30

This position paper advocates for the transition to a circular economy as a critical pathway for sustainable development, focusing on Thailand’s potential to emerge as a leader in Southeast Asia. The paper highlights the proactive role of leading Thai corporations, such as Siam Cement Group (SCG), in implementing circular economy principles to address environmental challenges and foster economic growth. Through an analysis of corporate strategies, this study underscores the adoption of sustainable manufacturing processes, resource optimization, and closed-loop systems. Key examples illustrate how innovative practices contribute to reducing waste and promoting product life cycle management. While Thailand has made significant progress, the paper identifies persistent challenges, including regulatory inconsistencies, limited consumer awareness, and infrastructural gaps. It argues that overcoming these barriers will require stronger collaboration between public and private stakeholders, alongside greater investments in research and development. This position paper advocates for Thailand to leverage its unique strengths to establish itself as a regional benchmark for sustainability. By aligning corporate efforts with supportive policies, Thailand can achieve not only environmental sustainability but also long-term economic resilience in a resource-constrained world.

Developing Self-Understanding Towards Career Choice For Mathayom 5 Students By Teaching Miap At Sattahip Witthayakhom School, Chonburi.

Penpitcha Kittibadeesakul — 2025-01-29

This research aimed to develop the use of MIAP learning management to develop self-understanding towards career choice of Mathayom 5 students by teaching MIAP to compare self-understanding towards career choice of Mathayom 5 students before and after learning. The relative development scores of Mathayom 5 students found that students had an average development score of 2.53 and an average relative development score of 75.18. The highest relative development score was 12.02 (1 student). The lowest relative development score was 2.35 (1 student). The comparison of scores before and after learning with learning management to develop self-understanding towards career choice, which compared the post-test was significantly higher than before learning at the .001 level. The efficiency score of the E1/E2 learning management plan found that the efficiency value of this learning management plan was higher than the specified criteria. Therefore, this learning management plan used in teaching is considered to be very efficient and can be used in the learning management process. Appropriateness of the learning management plan to develop self-understanding towards career choice of Mathayom 5 students by MIAP learning management, Sattahip Wittayakhom School, Chonburi Province By 5 experts, it was found that the mean and standard deviation of the 3 learning management plans, the mean was 4.44. The satisfaction of students with the learning management method, developing self-understanding towards career choice of Mathayom 5 students by managing the learning with MIAP, Sattahip Wittayakhom School, Chonburi Province, found that the mean was 4.60 and the standard deviation was 0.65.

Developing Oral And Written Communication Skills Using The CIPPA MODEL Teaching Method For Students At Amnuay Suksa School. Chanthaburi Province

Kanin Phuphet — 2025-01-29

This research aims to develop teaching methods using the CIPPA Model to enhance students' communication skills in speaking and writing at Amnuay Suksa School in Chanthaburi Province. Additionally, it seeks to compare students' speaking and writing communication skills before and after the intervention. The study involved 17 students from Amnuay Suksa School, Chanthaburi Province. Data collection included scoring for each lesson plan, with a maximum score of 10 points per session, along with pre-test and post-test scores. The results showed an average developmental score of 16 points and a relative development score with an average of 81.20. The highest relative development score was 94.12 (achieved by 2 students), while the lowest was 70.59 (achieved by 1 student).
A comparison of pre-test and post-test scores indicated that students' communication skills in speaking and writing improved significantly after using the CIPPA Model, with a statistical significance level of .001.The evaluation of the lesson plans' suitability for teaching speaking and writing communication skills, assessed by five experts, yielded an average score of 4.79 and a standard deviation of 0.26 for the three lesson plans

A Study Of The Behavior Of Morality, Ethics And Code Of Conduct Of Teachers At Chonburi New Town Kindergarten School.

Yoseang Sumalai — 2025-01-29

This research is a descriptive study aimed at examining the teaching behaviors, moral values, ethics, and professional conduct of teachers with varying gender, marital status, education levels, and job positions. The study compares teaching behaviors emphasizing morals, ethics, and professional conduct, focusing on the relationships with age, monthly income, and teaching experience of the teachers.The sample for this research consisted of 127 teachers from Muangmai Chonburi Kindergarten School. Data collection was conducted through a questionnaire distributed via Google Forms between August 15 and August 29, 2024. The analysis employed percentage, mean, and standard deviation to assess responses regarding morals, ethics, and professional conduct.The findings revealed that the overall morals, ethics, and professional conduct of teachers at Muangmai Chonburi Kindergarten School were rated at the highest level ( ) When examined in detail: Morals, ethics, and professional conduct towards students showed statistically significant differences. Morals, ethics, and professional conduct towards oneself and the community showed no statistically significant differences. Comparing the morals, ethics, and professional conduct of teachers with different genders, it was found that the dimension of morals, ethics, and professional conduct towards students showed statistically significant differences. However, comparing education levels, job positions, and professional conduct revealed no statistically significant differences in either specific aspects or overall. When examining the relationships between morals, ethics, and professional conduct towards students, society, and the community with age, income, and years of teaching experience using Pearson’s correlation coefficient, no statistically significant relationships were found.

Occupational Health Hazards among Migrant Canteen Workers in Select Higher Education Institutions of Rohtas District in Bihar

Srenwantee Bhattacharjee — 2025-01-29

Background: Occupational health and safety practices are concern when there are major accidents at the workplace and it leads to huge loss for both human and property. Workers migrate from their hometown in search of better work opportunities in the canteen such as cutting, grinding, and washing. These activities lead to stress and muscle fatigue. Migrant canteen workers in Bihar face numerous occupational health hazards that pose significant risks to their well-being. Objective: This study tries to investigate the prevalence of occupational health hazards among migrant canteen workers in Bihar and also determine the awareness regarding occupational health and safety practices. Methodology: This study was qualitative in nature and exploratory in approach which was conducted in the various canteens of Bihar state and data was collected through in- depth interview for qualitative data. The universe for this study was 70 and the sample size was 4. Findings: The study resulted in thematic findings that the low occupational health hazards awareness of the canteen is due to inadequate education and training on occupational safety and health. The prevalent occupational health hazards are musculoskeletal hazards affects which includes back pain, headache, numbness in figures and hand, body ache etcetera and chemical hazards affects which includes red rashes, itching and various dermatological issues.

Editorial Note

Vichian Puncreobutr — 2025-01-29