Guidelines for Promoting the Learning Process of Ethnic Karen Identity at Ban Makrabung Sub-District, Si Sawat District, Kanchanaburi Province

Abstract

The objectives of this research were to study 1) community context and ethnic Karen identity 2) synthesize ethnic identity learning process and 3) to propose a guideline to promote learning process of Karen ethnic identity in Ban Makrabung Sub-District, Si Sawat District, Kanchanaburi Province Use a qualitative research methodology. applied research methods in anthropology in-depth interview The key informants were the abbot of Wat Ton Maphrao, the village headman, the village headman's assistant. and 14 Pwo Karen ethnic groups. The secondary informants consisted of 4 government agencies in the area and 2 representatives of youth in the community. Specific sampling was used. Study Area, Village No. 2, Ban Makrabung Sub-District, Si Sawat District, Kanchanaburi Province.

 The results of the research revealed that Ban Makrabung is one of 6 communities in the administrative area of ​​the Makrabung Sub-District Administrative Organization. The characteristics of the mountains that stretch along the way of the district resemble a large basket. became the name of the community and subsequent districts, respectively Most of the population is ethnic Karen Pwo people who migrated from Thong Pha Phum District for over 100 years. satisfied with what they have At present, ethnic identities representing Karen ethnic groups are 1) settlement and residence identities, 2) occupation and livelihood identities, 3) traditions, rituals, and belief identities. 4) Dress identity 5) Food identity 6) Performance identity (Ramthong) and 7) Language identity. Regarding the learning process of ethnic identity, the learning process takes place to do, to live, to inherit through relationships in different dimensions, learning to live in harmony with nature and the resources available in the community. including learning to adapt in each era to maintain ethnic identity The guidelines for promoting the learning process of Karen ethnic identity in Ban Makrabung include: (1) government agencies; Promote and support in building pride through community activities and emphasizing participation and working together as a network member (2) Ethnic groups must create awareness at the family level. and give importance to various activities held in the community as well as establishing a community learning center to be a source of community knowledge. (3) Schools in the community should create local curricula to integrate with school teaching management and create pride for youth.