Development of a Model for Driving Academic Personnel to Advance to Academic Positions, Faculty of Education, Khon Kaen University

Abstract

This research aims to study the conditions and needs for developing the academic staff development model to advance into academic positions and to propose guidelines for driving academic staff into academic positions at the Faculty of Education. The research uses a mixed-method approach with a sample group of 28 academic staff members at the Faculty of Education. Data collection tools include questionnaires for quantitative research and semi-structured interviews for qualitative research. The data analysis involves the use of percentages, averages, standard deviations, and content analysis. The study findings indicate the following: 1) Readiness to apply for academic positions, understanding of criteria, and evaluation methods for appointment are high. There is strong evidence to support the application for academic positions according to the criteria, and a strong need to develop a staff development model to advance into academic positions. 2) The guidelines for driving academic staff into academic positions at the Faculty of Education, consisting of Personal Level as identifying issues to be mentored in counseling, coordinating between mentors and applicants, and monitoring the progress of applicants seeking assistance from mentors. Organizational Level as an overview, follow-up, and sharing. Driving Mechanism, including Integration and the Mentoring System.