Journal of Buddhist Education and Research (JBER)

The Development of Learning Effectiveness by Using Music Studies in Guizhou Qiannan Economic College in China

Wei Sun , Patthira Phon-ngam — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0700

Music general education in private universities located in China’s ethnic regions is often limited by curriculum constraints, insufficient resources, and varying levels of teaching quality. These challenges reduce the potential of music education to support broader academic and personal development among non-music majors. This study aimed to: (1) examine the current situation and problems of music teaching at Guizhou Qiannan Economic College; (2) provide guidelines for using music to improve students’ learning efficiency; (3) develop learning effectiveness through structured music studies; and (4) evaluate the outcomes of the music-based intervention. An embedded mixed-methods design was used. Quantitative data were collected from 390 students through a structured questionnaire, while qualitative data were obtained from interviews with 25 music teachers and 10 students, classroom observations, and document analysis. A 16-week Kodály–Orff integrated program was implemented with 39 student volunteers to test the proposed guidelines and measure changes in learning effectiveness. Findings show that students perceive teacher competence positively, yet curriculum design, learning resources, and participation opportunities remain only moderate. The developed guidelines emphasize emotional engagement, cultural relevance, and alignment between music activities and learning tasks. Evaluation of the 16-week intervention indicates improvements across cognitive, affective, behavioural, and music-skill dimensions. Participants also demonstrated a significant increase in semester GPA, suggesting positive academic spillover effects. The study concludes that structured and culturally responsive music studies can effectively enhance learning effectiveness in ethnic regional colleges.

Developing the Academic Performance by Using Social Media for Students in Southwest Jiaotong University Hope College, China

Jinhao Guo, Patthira Phon-ngam — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0700

Academic performance reflects students’ learning outcomes and achievement in higher education. Although social media is widely used as a learning support tool, its effectiveness in systematically improving academic performance remains unclear, particularly in Chinese private higher education institutions. At Southwest Jiaotong University Hope College, ongoing challenges in learning engagement and academic motivation highlight the need for innovative learning approaches. The objectives of this study were: (1) to examine the current status and problems of academic performance among students at Southwest Jiaotong University Hope College; (2) to develop academic performance through the use of social media; and (3) to confirm the effectiveness of social media in enhancing students’ academic performance. A mixed-methods approach was adopted in this study. Quantitative data were obtained from undergraduate students using a five-point Likert scale questionnaire to assess academic performance, while qualitative data were collected through student interviews and expert reviews. The data were analyzed using descriptive and content-based analytical techniques, and the findings were confirmed through triangulation and expert validation based on Stufflebeam’s evaluation criteria. The findings revealed that students’ academic performance was at a moderate level across all dimensions. Major problems were identified in learning engagement, academic self-efficacy, learning strategies, and depth of knowledge construction. Based on these findings, three instructional models were developed: (1) Social Media for Resource Sharing, (2) Social Media for Collaborative Learning, and (3) Social Media for Academic Support and Motivation. The confirmation results showed high levels of agreement among experts and students across all five evaluation criteria, indicating that social media-based learning is effective, practical, ethically appropriate, accurate, and cost-effective. Overall, the results confirm that social media can be effectively utilized as an innovative and sustainable approach to enhancing students’ academic.

A Study of the Concept of Opposition to the Brahmin Caste in Sanskrit Scriptures

Sudaporn Khiewngamdee — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This academic article aims to analyze the concept of opposition to the Brahmin caste system as manifested in Sanskrit scriptures across different eras. The study reveals that the caste system possessed dynamic characteristics and underwent continuous ideological transitions. During the Vedic period, caste functioned as "open classes," where flexibility prevailed, and emphasis was placed on conduct and occupation rather than birthright. In the Epic and Puranic eras, the legitimacy of the Brahmins began to be questioned; criteria such as "virtue" (vṛtta) and "action" (karma) were proposed to determine an individual's status instead of lineage. Notably, the Bhaviṣya purāṇa employs the logic that all humans share a common father (Lord Brahma) and thus possess inherent equality, much like fruits growing on the same tree. However, during the Dharmashastra period, Brahminical authority was strictly established through the Smriti texts—most notably the Manusmṛti —which decisively defined social status through "birth" and lineage, leading to rigid discrimination. The most systematic resistance is found in the Sanskrit Buddhist literature, specifically Ashvaghosha’s Vajrasūcī. This text utilizes logical reasoning to debunk the belief in birth-based superiority, asserting that caste distinctions are merely social conventions since all humans share identical physical attributes and emotions. In conclusion, the opposition to the Brahmin caste in Sanskrit scriptures reflects the ideological conflict between lineage-based elitism and the concepts of human dignity and social justice in ancient Indian society.

Developing Problem-Solving and Logical Reasoning Skills using Hands-on Activities in conjunction with Inquiry-Based Learning 5Es Model on the topic of Simple Program Design and Problem-Solving Methods for Grade 2 Students in a Computational Science Course

Pemika Tosongkram, Umporn Wutchana — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0700

The objectives of this research were: 1) To develop logical problem-solving skills in designing solutions and simple programming in Computing Science for Grade 2 (Prathomsuksa 2) students, and 2) To study students’ satisfaction with hands-on learning combined with 5Es inquiry-based learning. The sample consisted of 30 Grade 2 students at Klong Bang Kasee School, Bang Phli District, Samut Prakan Province, selected through cluster sampling. The research instruments included: 1) Hands-on learning activity sets; 2) 5Es inquiry-based lesson plans on designing solutions and simple programming, comprising 6 plans for 10 hours; 3) A 20-item test of logical problem-solving skills; and 4) A 15-item satisfaction assessment form. The statistical analyses used were mean, standard deviation, t-test for dependent samples, and one-sample t-test. The research findings revealed that: 1) Grade 2 students’ logical problem-solving skills in designing solutions and simple programming in Computing Science after the intervention were significantly higher than before the intervention at the .05 level. 2) Students’ satisfaction with the hands-on learning combined with 5Es inquiry-based learning was at the highest level ( = 4.58, S.D. = 0.32).

The Development of Learning Achievement on Thai Culture of Prathomsueksa 3 Students Using Cooperative Learning Management Through Team Game Tournament (TGT) Technique With Board Games

Puncharat Auawasurom, Pasuda Pakapol — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This research aimed to: 1) develop and assess the quality of the “Thai Culture” board games; 2) compare the learning achievement in Thai culture of Prathomsueksa 3 students before and after participating in cooperative learning using the Teams Games Tournament (TGT) technique with board games; and 3) investigate the students’ satisfaction with the learning activities. The sample consisted of 18 Prathomsueksa 3 students from Wat Ban Dap School during the first semester of the 2025 academic year, selected through purposive sampling. The research instruments comprised: 1) three “Thai Culture” board games; 2) three lesson plans; 3) a Thai culture achievement test; and 4) a student satisfaction questionnaire. The data were analyzed using the mean, standard deviation, and a dependent-samples t-test. The findings revealed that: 1) the overall quality of the “Thai Culture” board games was rated at the highest level (x̄ = 4.93, SD = 0.02); 2) the students’ post-test learning achievement was significantly higher than their pre-test achievement at the .05 level; and 3) the students’ overall satisfaction with the learning activities was at a high level (x̄ = 2.97, SD = 0.03).

A Survey of Guitar Teaching Methods for First-Year Music Performance Students at Three Universities in Sichuan Province

Yang Jingtao, Thitinan Charoensloong — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0700

The purpose of this study is to systematically investigate the current status, characteristics, advantages, and challenges of guitar teaching methods for first-year music performance majors in three universities in Sichuan Province, China—Sichuan Conservatory of Music, Sichuan University of Culture and Arts, and Sichuan University of Science & Engineering. By exploring the curriculum design, teaching methods, teaching media, classroom environment, evaluation systems, teaching activities, and student participation in guitar teaching of these institutions, this study aims to provide theoretical support and practical reference for the reform and innovation of university guitar teaching. This study adopts a qualitative research method, collecting data through semi-structured interviews with six key informants (professors with rich teaching experience and professional backgrounds) and on-site classroom observations. The research duration is from April to December 2025, covering the core content of guitar teaching for first-year students. The research results show that the three universities have formed distinct guitar teaching systems based on their own school-running characteristics: Sichuan Conservatory of Music focuses on professional depth and stylistic innovation, Sichuan University of Culture and Arts emphasizes the standardization of basic skills and the integration of theory and practice, and Sichuan University of Science & Engineering highlights applied skills and collaborative practice. All three universities have achieved certain results in curriculum construction, teaching method innovation, and teaching resource integration, but they also face challenges such as insufficient personalized teaching, uneven development of digital teaching resources, and the need to strengthen the integration of regional cultural characteristics. This study enriches the empirical research on guitar teaching in regional universities in China and provides targeted optimization suggestions for improving the quality of guitar talent training in higher education institutions.

The Development of Business Writing Skills Through the Genre-Based Approach Integrated With Gamification Techniques for Vocational Certificate Students

Wansawat Noopim, Yanyong Sikkharit, Kingkarn Buranasinvattanakul — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0700

The research aims to 1) examine the development of business writing skills among vocational certificate students who learned through a genre-based approach integrated with gamification techniques, and 2) investigate the students’ opinions toward the genre-based approach integrated with gamification techniques. The sample consisted of 30 vocational certificate students enrolled in the Business Administration program (Class 2) during the second semester of the 2025 academic year at Chonburi Vocational College, Mueang Chonburi District, Chonburi Province. The participants were selected through cluster sampling, with the classroom used as the sampling unit. The instrument used for research included (1) five business writing lesson plans designed using a genre-based approach integrated with gamification techniques, (2) a business writing skills test with an accompanying scoring rubric, and (3) a questionnaire measuring students’ opinions toward the genre-based approach integrated with gamification techniques. The data were analyzed using mean (M), standard deviation (SD), and repeated-measures ANOVA. The results showed that 1) The business writing skills of vocational certificate students who learned through the genre-based approach integrated with gamification techniques improved across all measurement points at a statistically significant level of .05. 2)The students reported highly positive opinions toward the genre-based approach integrated with gamification techniques, at the highest level (M = 4.74, SD = 0.31).

Effectiveness of an E-Cigarette Prevention Program for University Students: A Protection Motivation Theory Approach

Phimyada Pimpasalee, Tharisara Chirasatienpon, Phubate Napatpittayatorn — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This experimental research aimed to examine the effectiveness of a health promotion program applying Protection Motivation Theory on e-cigarette smoking prevention behaviors among undergraduate students at a public university in Bangkok, Thailand. The participants were undergraduate students enrolled in the 2025 academic year, selected through a multistage probability sampling method. The sample was divided into an experimental group of 51 students from the Faculty of Education, Kasetsart University, Bangkhen Campus, and a control group of 51 students from the Faculty of Veterinary Technology. The experimental group participated in the health promotion program for four weeks, with one 60-minute session per week, followed by a follow-up assessment. The control group studied independently from an informational leaflet about e-cigarettes for four weeks with follow-up. Data collection instruments included a general information questionnaire, a perception questionnaire regarding e-cigarettes, and an e-cigarette prevention behavior assessment. Data were analyzed using percentage, mean, standard deviation, independent-samples t-test, repeated measures one-way ANOVA, and Bonferroni post hoc test. The results revealed that after participating in the program, the experimental group had significantly higher mean scores in all four components and in e-cigarette prevention behaviors compared with both their pre-intervention scores and the control group at a statistical significance level of .05. These findings indicate that the health promotion program based on Protection Motivation Theory was effective in enhancing e-cigarette smoking prevention behaviors among undergraduate students.

The Teacher's Perspective on Chinese Contemporary Dance at Three Vocational College of Art, Jiangxi Province, The People's Republic of China

Liu Chenyang, Thitinan Charoensloong — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This study aims to systematically investigate teachers’ perspectives on music teaching for Chinese contemporary dance in three representative vocational art institutions in Jiangxi Province, China: Jiangxi Vocational College of Art, Nanchang Vocational University, and Nanchang Normal University. The research seeks to examine the current implementation of music teaching within contemporary dance programs, identify core teaching methods shaped by differing institutional orientations, analyze the practical challenges encountered by frontline teachers, and propose targeted strategies to optimize integrated music–dance pedagogy. Focusing on two key dimensions commonly used music types in teaching and practical music teaching methods this study addresses a notable gap in existing research concerning the limited empirical exploration of music–dance teaching practices in regional vocational art colleges and provides both theoretical and practical support for the reform and development of contemporary dance music education in China’s vocational education sector. A qualitative research design was adopted to ensure the authenticity and depth of the findings. Data were collected between August and December 2025 through semi-structured interviews with six key teachers and sustained classroom observations across multiple teaching cycles. All participants met strict selection criteria, including over ten years of teaching experience in Chinese contemporary dance, possession of a doctoral degree in music or dance performance or an associate professor title, and a demonstrated willingness to share professional teaching experiences. Interview protocols covered seven core dimensions: curriculum and teaching objectives, teaching methods, instructional media and tools, classroom environment, evaluation and assessment, practical activities, and student engagement and motivation. Multiple data sources including interview transcripts, classroom observation notes, and curriculum documents were analyzed using descriptive qualitative methods to identify key themes, compare institutional practices, and systematically present teachers’ professional understandings and pedagogical experiences. The findings reveal that music-related courses in the three institutions are closely aligned with their respective educational orientations. Jiangxi Vocational College of Art, characterized by vocational specialization, integrates regional folk music resources such as Jiangxi tea-picking opera melodies and traditional drum rhythms into core courses to enhance students’ professional stage performance skills. Nanchang Vocational University, emphasizing industry education integration, focuses on digital music technology and commercial application contexts, equipping students with practical competencies such as audio editing and electronic music matching. Nanchang Normal University, oriented toward teacher education, prioritizes music–dance pedagogy, guiding students to transform professional music knowledge into teachable content suitable for basic education settings. Across institutions, commonly adopted teaching methods include Kodály-based solfège practice to strengthen rhythmic perception and music–movement coordination, demonstration-guided practice that balances standardized instruction with creative exploration, and scenario-based simulation adapted to vocational performance, commercial production, or teaching practice contexts. Despite these strengths, several shared challenges were identified. Many teachers possess strong dance backgrounds but lack systematic formal training in music, which constrains in-depth musical analysis and improvisational accompaniment. Additionally, specialized teaching resources remain insufficient, including a shortage of curated contemporary dance music textbooks, limitations in audio equipment for reproducing complex multilayered soundscapes, and the absence of stable interdisciplinary collaboration mechanisms between music and dance departments. Nevertheless, teachers across all three institutions consistently recognize music as a core expressive component of contemporary dance rather than a mere background element. Teaching practices such as eight-beat rhythm movement phrase creation, campus art exhibitions, and interdisciplinary workshops have effectively enhanced students’ learning motivation, rhythmic sensitivity, movement expressiveness, and understanding of the artistic essence of contemporary dance.

Transformational Leadership of School Administrators Affecting the Effectiveness of School Administration Under the Office of the Primary Educational Service Area, Khon Kaen Area 5

Theerapong Supacharee — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This research aimed to study were 1) to study the level of transformational leadership of school, 2) to study the effectiveness of Schools administration, 3) to study the relationship of transformational leadership of school administrators related to the effectiveness of Schools administration 4) to study the transformational leadership of school administrators that affect the effectiveness of Schools administration. The sample group used in this research consisted of 341 school administrators and teachers, which were determined by the sample size from the Krejcie and Morgan table and stratified random sampling according to school size. Five-rating scale questionnaire was use as instruments; the reliability of the entire questionnaire was 0.975, the discrimination ranging between 0.712 - 0.919. Data was analyze using ready-to-use computer program to search for frequency, percentage, means, standard deviation, correlation Pearson product moment coefficient and stepwise multiple regression analysis. The research found that:1. Overview of the transformational leadership of school administrators was at a high level. The highest mean score was Intellectual Stimulation followed by Inspirational Motivation and the lowest mean score was Idealized Influence. 2. Overview of the effectiveness of Schools administration has a high level. The highest mean score was the Budget management followed by the Human resource management and the lowest mean score was Academic administration. 3. There was a significant relationship between transformational leadership administrators of schools and effectiveness of Schools administration. As a whole, there was a positive correlation and statistically significant at the .01 level.4. The transformational leadership of school administrators and the effectiveness of Schools administration, consisted of the Being visionary, Individualized Consideration and the Idealized Influence affect and predict the effectiveness of Schools administration under the Office of the Primary Education Service Area, Khon Kaen Area 5 with the percentage of 55.50 and it was statistically significant at 0.01

Soft Skills of School Administrators Affecting the Effectiveness of Schools Administration under the Office of the Primary Educational Service Area, Khon Kaen Area 5

Khanittha Supacharee — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This research aimed to study 1) the level of emotional and social skills of school administrators, 2) the effectiveness of educational institutions, 3) the relationship between school administrators' emotional and social skills and school effectiveness, and 4) the emotional and social skills of school administrators that affect school effectiveness. The sample consisted of 341 school administrators and teachers. The instrument was a five-point rating-scale questionnaire with a reliability coefficient of 0.988. Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, Pearson's correlation coefficient, and stepwise multiple regression analysis. The findings showed that 1) the overall emotional and social skills of school administrators were at a high level; ethics in work and professionalism had the highest mean, followed by collaboration and teamwork, while analytical thinking and systematic problem-solving had the lowest mean; 2) overall school effectiveness was at a high level; community participation had the highest mean, followed by a learning-conducive environment and desirable learner characteristics, while student academic achievement had the lowest mean; 3) emotional and social skills and school effectiveness had a positive relationship at a moderate level with statistical significance at the .01 level; and 4) emotional intelligence, learning and self-development, creative and innovative thinking, and collaboration and teamwork jointly predicted 34.7% of school effectiveness with statistical significance at the .01 level.

The Ecosystem of Local Gastronomy and Creative Agriculture Tourism for Sustainable Destination Value Creation: A Case Study of the Lower Northeastern Thematic Tourism Route, Thailand

Natthiwut Rodphan, Nontlachatara Viranuvatti, Ranee Esichaikul — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This article employs a qualitative case study approach combined with the synthesis of academic literature and policy documents. The findings reveal that tourism development in the study area lacks systematic integration among food and agricultural resources, stakeholders, tourism activities, and governance mechanisms, resulting in discontinuities within the tourism value chain. The study proposes a tourism ecosystem framework to explain systemic relationships, with case studies from Surin, Sisaket, and Ubon Ratchathani provinces demonstrating that ecosystem-based management can generate destination value across economic, social, cultural, and experiential dimensions in a holistic manner. The knowledge generated from this study contributes to expanding perspectives on tourism policy formulation, shifting the focus from activity-based development toward an integrated understanding of resource linkages, stakeholder networks, and management mechanisms within a territorial context. The findings also provide empirical insights to support the development of gastronomy and agro-tourism policies tailored to local contexts. As a policy recommendation, integrated tourism management should be promoted through collaborative mechanisms among local stakeholders, using the tourism ecosystem as a guiding framework for policy formulation and development planning aligned with local capacities and potentials.