GUIDELINES FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF DIGITAL LEARNING ECOSYSTEMS TO ENHANCE STUDENTS' DIGITAL WELL-BEING IN LOWER NORTHERN SECONDARY SCHOOLS

Abstract

This research article aimed to study guidelines for managing digital learning ecosystems to enhance students' digital well-being in lower secondary schools in the Lower Northern Region of Thailand. This qualitative research collected data from six purposively selected experts with specified qualifications. The research instrument was a structured interview form divided into two parts: Part 1 covered general information, and Part 2 addressed guidelines for managing digital learning ecosystems to promote students' digital well-being, which was validated by three experts with an Index of Objective Congruence (IOC) ranging from 0.67 to 1.00. Data were analyzed using content analysis. The findings revealed that the guidelines for managing digital learning ecosystems to promote students' digital well-being comprised four main processes: 1) System Design, 2) Implementation, 3) Assessment, and 4) Development and Scaling, incorporating six key components: digital governance and policy, digital infrastructure and tools, digital facilitators, digital content and platforms, digital learners, and community and stakeholders. The management approach emphasized the announcement of digital well-being promotion policies covering four dimensions: digital technology literacy and usage, cybersecurity and safety, communication and interaction in digital society, and digital citizenship and ethics, along with the establishment of a personal data protection committee and a digital committee, drafting of regulations and a digital citizenship charter, preparation of infrastructure, and development of personnel competencies to ensure systematic integration.