DEVELOPING AN ENGLISH LEARNING MANAGEMENT MODEL ALIGNED WITH LEARNERS’ CHARACTERISTICS IN BUENG KAN BORDER PATROL POLICE SCHOOL

Abstract

The objectives of this research were 1) To develop an English learning management model that aligns with the learning characteristics of students in Border Patrol Police School in Bueng Kan Province and 2) To examine the effectiveness of the developed model. This study employed a Research and Development (R&D) approach consisting of three phases: assessing current conditions and learner needs, designing and developing the model, and implementing the model to evaluate its effectiveness in an authentic school context. Research instruments included questionnaires, interviews, an expert evaluation form, and an English achievement test. Quantitative data were analyzed using percentages, means, standard deviations, and comparisons of pre- and post-test scores, while qualitative data were analyzed through content analysis. The findings indicated that students had limited English proficiency and required learning activities that enhanced understanding through hands-on practice and familiar real-life situations. The developed learning management model comprised four components: goal setting, planning and regulation, reflection and self-evaluation, and teacher and media support. Expert evaluation showed that the model was highly appropriate. After implementation, students' post-test scores were significantly higher than their pre-test scores, and improvements were observed in behaviors such as following instructions, pronouncing vocabulary, and participating in group activities. Additionally, qualitative results revealed that students gradually became more familiar with learning routines, classroom communication, and activity procedures, enabling them to participate at levels appropriate to their abilities. Overall, the results demonstrate that the developed model is effective and can be suitably applied in Border Patrol Police Schools, supporting more meaningful and contextually relevant English learning for students.