THE GUIDELINES FOR MANAGING THE MORAL SCHOOL PROJECT ON IDDPADHIA IV OF NABON SCHOOL UNDER THE SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AREA OFFICE NAKHON SI THAMMARAT

Abstract

     The objectives of this academic article were to: 1) investigate the state of administration of the OBEC Moral School Project at Nabon School; 2) study administrative guidelines for the project based on the Iddhipada 4 principles; and 3) propose and evaluate these administrative guidelines. This study employed a qualitative research methodology. Data collection was conducted through in-depth interviews with 15 stakeholders and 5 key informants (monks and laypersons), as well as a focus group discussion with 7 qualified experts. Data were analyzed using inductive analysis and focus group evaluation.

The findings revealed that:

1. The administration of the OBEC Moral School Project at Nabon School is characterized by fostering mutual awareness and acceptance among administrators, teachers, parents, and the community. Core teacher and student leaders are developed as key mechanisms for driving moral initiatives.


2. The definition of moral identity involves a participatory process, with activities integrated to align with the school's context.


3. The proposed administrative guidelines consist of six steps systematically integrated with the Iddhipada 4 principles: Chanda (building inspiration), Viriya (driving work), Citta (providing support), and Vimamsa (improvement). These steps include: creating awareness and acceptance, building core leaders, defining moral identity, determining methods to achieve goals, implementation, and establishing systematic driving mechanisms. The evaluation results by qualified experts indicated that these guidelines are appropriate, feasible, and beneficial for the sustainable development of the Moral School.