TLA Research Journal

Information Analysis for Developing Pagoda Metadata Elements for Libraries in Myanmar

Kulthida Tuamsuk — 2023-12-27

This research aims to analyze information related to the development of pagoda metadata standards for libraries in Myanmar. It is part of a broader effort to develop metadata standards for pagoda information in the future. The research methodology is qualitative and involves referencing data from studies on metadata requirements by the National Library and university libraries in Myanmar that have been conducted previously. These studies serve as the foundation for developing metadata standards based on the Functional Requirement for Bibliographic Records (FRBR) Model. The analysis of data records within metadata standards suitable for cultural information management includes categories like Categories for the Description of Works of Art (CDWA) and Visual Resources Association (VRA Core). The research also encompasses the analysis of information to develop metadata that includes content, context, and structure. The results of this analysis are linked to the characteristics of Myanmar pagoda description and the metadata requirements of librarians. This detailed information serves as the basis for the development of metadata standards for managing catalog data in Myanmar moving forward.

Developing a Curriculum in Local Wisdom on Palmyra Palm in Huai Krot Subdistrict Community, Sankhaburi District, Chainat Province

Jutharat Nokkaew — 2023-12-27

The article aims to develop and evaluate the use of curriculum in local wisdom on Palmyra Palm in Huai Krot Sub-district Community, Sankhaburi District, Chainat Province. The participatory action research (PAR) method is employed in which 60 informants were purposively selected from Huai Krot sub-district communities No. 1-9, based on a 9,919 population in total. Sixty key informants were divided into 3 groups: 45 students, 12 teachers and curriculum development committees, and 3 community researchers and researchers. Research tools utilized consisted of (1) an interview form for the need for community curriculum development, (2) a note form for the need for learning local wisdom on Palmyra palm, (3) a Huai Krot community curriculum draft, and (4) a survey form for learners’ opinion on a community curriculum. The findings show that the developing curriculum is a new local curriculum as a short course for the Huay Krot sub-district community. It is about local wisdom on Palmyra palm, consisting of 9 bodies of knowledge, with 48-hours curriculum. Each body of knowledge takes no less than 3 hours, and students can choose to attend the body of knowledge they want. The teachers are divided into 7 groups: wisdom teachers, Palmyra palm professionals, specialists of savory food and desserts made from Palmyra palm. In a trial of a community curriculum with 27 villagers, 24 of which attend one body of knowledge and wisdom. Seven people, the highest numbers, attend cooking classes on savory dishes of Palmyra palm (Tom Pla Ra Hua Tan). The students’ opinions on the curriculum could be presented in 6 aspects: (1) curriculum, (2) content, (3) teaching and learning activities, (4) environment and learning resources, (5) measurement and evaluation, and (6) its value and utilization. The overall score was at a very good level. Research outputs are community curriculum, documents and materials for practice for organizing local wisdom learning activities on Palmyra palm in the Huai Krot sub-district and other communities interested in developing Palmyra palm-related careers.

The Development of Health Information Literacy Model for the Elderly in the Health Service Agencies

Pornchita Upatum — 2023-12-27

The research aims to 1) study the status of the health service agencies’ promotion of health information literacy for the elderly, 2) study the elderly’s health information literacy, and 3) develop a health information literacy model for the elderly within health service agencies. In this qualitative research, thirty-six informants participated, including six personnel from Tambon Health Promoting Hospital and thirty elderly individuals. The research instruments used were semi-structured interviews, and data analysis was conducted using the inductive content analysis method. The research revealed significant results. First, health service agencies have promoted health literacy for the elderly by advising, teaching, and demonstrating. The research revealed significant results. Firstly, health service agencies have promoted health literacy for the elderly through advising, teaching, and demonstrating. Secondly, concerning the elderly's health information literacy, most of them possess all six basic-level skills, including access skill, cognitive skill, communication skill, media literacy skill, decision-making skill, and self-management skill. However, these skills need to be facilitated by information service officers and their close associates. Finally, the health information literacy model for elderly in the health service agencies promotes the elderly learning based on three basic elements including (1) Health service agencies, encompassing policies, personnel, activities to promote health information literacy, information and communication technology, networks, service channels, and facilities, (2) information, including information management and information design, and (3) users, including the elderly and their close associates.

Library Services and Activities of the Demonstration School Libraries in the New Normal

Siringam Plangcheep — 2023-12-27

The research aimed to 1) study the opinions on services and activities of the Demonstration School Libraries in the New Normal; 2) study the problems of services and activities of the Demonstration School Libraries in the New Normal, and 3) develop a service model and activities of the Demonstration School Libraries in the New Normal. The samples for this research comprised 66 library staff, selected through simple random sampling. The data were obtained from a questionnaire and analyzed using percentage, mean, standard deviation, and chi-square. Statistical hypothesis testing was employed to compare means through one-way analysis of variance (F-test). The research revealed significant results. First, concerning library services, the library staff of the Demonstration School Library had the most consistent opinion on the service in the New Normal; it should be available but with a changed service model through electronic channels or online. Second, regarding library activities, the library staff of the Demonstration School Library gave the most unanimous opinions on six activities: activities should be organized through online channels. However, for storytelling activities, film screening activities, and exhibition activities, the opinion was that the same activities should be organized as in the pre-New Normal but with a limited number of participants. Third, the Demonstration School Library staff had a moderate level of opinions on all aspects of the problem overall. When considering each aspect, it was found that the library staff of the Demonstration School Library had a high level of opinion on the problem of the service and activities management model. Fourth, the results of comparing the library staff’s opinion on the problem of service and activities of the Demonstration School Library in the New Normal, with different educational backgrounds, job positions in the library, and experience in working in the libraries overall, showed no significant differences.

Assessment of analytical thinking skills in media literacy of elementary school students in the Education 4.0 era by using games

Charochinee Chaimin — 2023-12-27

The objective of this research is to evaluate and compare analytical thinking skills in media literacy among elementary school students before and after their participation in games. This experimental study utilized the 'True or false? Are you sure?' game from the project 'Design and development of games to enhance critical thinking skills in media literacy for primary school students' as a tool for teaching analytical thinking skills. Tests were conducted to assess the analytical thinking skills related to media literacy of upper elementary school students (Grade 4-6) from five schools in Mae Ai and Phrao districts, Chiang Mai Province, totaling 350 students. The research findings indicate that students' analytical thinking skills in media literacy increased by 81.43%, decreased by 8.00%, and remained the same at 10.57%. The scores, initially at a good level, improved to an excellent level after studying in four schools. Comparing scores before and after learning revealed a statistically significant increase in students' analytical thinking skills after using games to enhance their abilities (p < 0.05). These results suggest a positive impact of game-based learning on analytical thinking skills in media literacy among elementary school students.

Editor’s Note

Prin Khwanriang — 2023-12-27

Editor’s Note

Editorial

Sonthaya Salee — 2023-12-27

Book review : Information services for the elderly

Sonthaya Salee — 2023-12-27