CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES FOR EDUCATION SANDBOX OF PILOT SCHOOL IN CHANTHABURI PROVINCE: A CASE STUDY OF KRUEWAIWITTHAYAKHOM SCHOOL

Abstract

The objectives of this research were to 1) investigate the essential requirements for developing the curriculum of a pilot educational institution, with a specific focus on Krue Wai Witthayakhom School, and 2) propose guidelines for curriculum development in this context. The sample group for this research comprised stakeholders from Krue Wai Witthayakhom School, selected through stratified sampling. The instruments employed for data collection included: 1) a questionnaire designed to capture opinions regarding the development of
the curriculum in pilot educational institutions within the educational innovation area, and
2) an interview form consisting of six questions for group discussion. Statistical methods used in data analysis included mean ( ), standard deviation (S.D.), frequency (f), and content analysis.

               The findings of the research revealed that 1) the essential requirements identified by school administrators, teachers, students, and community members necessitated a transition to a new school curriculum. This requirement stemmed from the inadequacy of the previous curriculum in addressing the abilities and needs of students, and its misalignment with
the context of community schools and 21st-century learning. 2) The proposed guidelines
for developing the curriculum of pilot schools, as exemplified by Krue Wai Witthayakhom School, should articulate a vision of student success across five domains: learning content, critical knowledge including career and life safety information, life and family education, civic responsibilities, health promotion, and English proficiency. Additionally, student development activities and significant projects were emphasized. The curriculum should also include subjects related to career development, life skills, and practical applications relevant to daily life. Overall, stakeholders exhibited diverse perspectives on the guidelines for curriculum development, as revealed through content analysis.