A STUDY ON THE EFFECTS OF UTILIZING THE KNOWLEDGE MODEL TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF THAI EDUCATION BY THE CONNEXT ED EDUCATION FOUNDATION: A CASE STUDY OF ACTIVE LEARNING SCHOOLS IN UDON THANI PRIMARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AREA OFFICE 3

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Watsaphon Saengyochan

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The purposes of this research were to study: 1) Examine the effects of utilizing the knowledge model to enhance the quality of Thai education developed by the CONNEXT ED Education Foundation, focusing on a case study of Active Learning Schools under the Udon Thani Primary Educational Service Area Office 3, and 2) Evaluate the level of satisfaction among stakeholders regarding the application of the model. This research employs a case study methodology. The statistical methods used for data analysis include mean, and standard deviation.


The findings of this research were as follow: 1. The use of the Active Learning School knowledge model for proactive learning has led to significant developments in several areas, including: 1) Competency of school administrators: Notable improvements were observed, particularly in coaching skills, leadership, inspiration, and empathy. 2) Competency of teachers: Enhancements were found in knowledge and skills, attitudes and perceptions, communication skills, and problem-solving analysis. 3) Student quality: Development was evident in academic skills, life skills, and entrepreneurial skills. 2. Satisfaction levels among stakeholders, including school administrators, teachers, and students, regarding the use of the knowledge model to elevate the quality of Thai education (under the CONNEXT ED Foundation's initiative) were found to be at the highest level. The model was particularly praised for its clear understanding of project concepts, effectiveness in promoting active learning, modernity aligned with 21st-century skills, and support for creative learning.

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