SCHOOL ADAPTATION AND LEARNING MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES POST - COVID - 19: A CASE STUDY OF A PRIVATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN NARATHIWAT PROVINCE, THAILAND

Abstract

The objective of this research is to investigate the school adaptation and learning management strategies post covid - 19: Case study of a private elementary school in Narathiwat province, Thailand. The study utilizes a qualitative research approach, collecting data through in-depth interviews with key informants from four groups, totaling 21 individuals. These groups include 1) parents (6 individuals), 2) students (6 individuals, selected from Grade 6), 3) teaching staff (6 individuals with at least 2 years of teaching experience within the school), and 4) school administrators (3 individuals directly involved in school management with at least 2 years of experience in educational administration). Data analysis employs content analysis, presenting findings in a narrative analysis report. The research reveals that school adaptation involves three dimensions. 1) School Management Adaptation: This includes three interconnected components: personnel management, budget management, and technology management. 2) Learning Management Post - COVID - 19: Flexible and contemporary learning management strategies are necessary post-pandemic to adapt effectively. 3) Development of Learning Environment: Creating a supportive learning environment is crucial for fostering academic and physical development among students. Three important learning management strategies include.
1) Integration of Technology: Integrating technology to make education more flexible and responsive to changing societal contexts. 2) Development of Digital Skills: Digital skills are crucial and require training and knowledge transfer to teaching staff, enabling them to utilize innovative teaching tools effectively. 3) Collaborative Curriculum Design: Involving schools, teachers, students, parents, and the community in the selection and design of learning content.