21st-Century Teaching Enhancement Based on Four Bala Dhamma of Teachers at Phra Pariyattidhamma School, Dhamma Section, Sangha of Roi Et Province

Abstract

This research aims to (1) examine the current state of 21st-century teaching and learning management among teachers in Buddhist monastic schools (Dhamma section) in Roi Et Province; (2) investigate teaching and learning methods based on the Four Strengths (Pala 4); and (3) propose guidelines for enhancing 21st-century teaching based on the Four Powers (Pala 4): A case study of teachers in Phrapariyatti Dhamma Schools, Roi Et Province. This research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative research using a sample of 217 individuals who responded to opinion questionnaires with 10 experts who evaluated the suitability, feasibility, and usefulness of the project. The statistical methods used for data analysis included percentages, means, and standard deviations. Qualitative research involved content analysis of interviews with nine experts using descriptive content analysis techniques. The study found that 1) the overall state of 21st-century teaching and learning management among teachers of Buddhist monastic schools in Roi Et Province was at a high level in all aspects; and 2) the 21st-century teaching and learning methods based on the Four Strengths (Pancha Bala 4) were also at a high level. There is conscious integration of digital media, flexible curricula, and the development of academically excellent exemplary teachers to drive education to keep pace with the world while maintaining Buddhist identity. 3) The results of proposing guidelines for 21st-century teaching and learning based on the Four Strengths of Teaching (Pancha Bala 4) for teachers, considering their suitability, feasibility, and usefulness, showed that the overall level was very high. When considered individually, the appropriateness aspect had the highest average score, followed by feasibility and usefulness.