Learning Management Model for Vocational Classroom to Develop the Quality of Learners in Network School of Nakhon Si Thammarat Industrial and Community Education College

Abstract

This research aimed to (1) study the learning management conditions of vocational classrooms in the network schools of Nakhon Si Thammarat Industrial and Community Education College and (2) study the learning management models of vocational classrooms to develop the quality of students in the network schools of Nakhon Si Thammarat Industrial and Community Education College. This research was qualitative research. The key informants were in-depth interviews with 15 relevant persons, in-depth interviews with 5 experts, and focus group discussions with 7 experts. The instruments used were interview forms and focus group discussion format evaluation forms. The research results found that the management of vocational classroom learning in the network schools of Nakhon Si Thammarat Industrial and Community Education College has problems resulting from lack of readiness in terms of teachers, incomplete and inappropriate curriculum implementation for students, insufficient budget management, lacked of readiness of students. Creating cooperation with business establishments and coordination between Nakhon Si Thammarat Industrial and Community Education College and network schools is not as effective as it should be. The learning model of vocational classrooms to develop the quality of students in the network schools of Nakhon Si Thammarat Industrial and Community Education College consists of 3 interrelated components: 1) vocational classroom learning management, 2) short-term vocational curriculum development, and 3) participation of the business establishment. The presentation of the learning model of vocational classrooms to develop the quality of students in the network schools of Nakhon Si Thammarat Industrial and Community Education College found that it was possible, appropriate, and beneficial in organizing vocational classroom learning to develop the quality of students in the network schools so that they have knowledge, vocational skills, and can apply knowledge and skills to create careers.