APARIHANIYADHAMMA AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING COMPETENCY: A SOCIAL PHENOMENOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE IN DIGITAL ERA

Abstract

This academic article aims to present the integration of Aparihaniyadhamma 7 principles in Buddhism with the development of English language learning competency through the perspective of social phenomena in the digital era. The study aims to address the issues of English language development that lack appropriate social and cultural contexts and do not align with modern technology. The objective is to analyze and propose a new conceptual framework that aligns with Thai social and cultural contexts by integrating Buddhist principles with English language learning. The new knowledge emerging from this study is an integration framework that connects Buddhist principles with English language learning in the digital era through five approaches: 1. Creating English language learning communities through online platforms, 2. Developing teaching and learning innovations that integrate digital technology according to language principles and etiquette, 3. Creating safe learning spaces that promote mutual respect, 4. Connecting English language learning with cultural values, and 5. Building self-discipline and sustainable learning management. Furthermore, the study analyzes and presents a comparative table contrasting traditional English language learning with learning in the digital era, along with appropriate tools and resources for contextual use. This approach not only promotes the development of all four English language skills but also cultivates moral and ethical values, which align with the concept of developing learners to become complete human beings with both virtue and intellect in the digital era.