A DEVELOPMENT MODEL OF BUDDHIST INNOVATION AREAS LEARNING

Abstract

The objectives of this research article were to 1) study the conditions of Buddhist learning innovation areas, 2) create the development model of Buddhist learning innovation areas, 3) develop the model of Buddhist learning innovation areas. This research used qualitative research methods and action research by synthesize knowledge from 5 educational learning innovation areas, and focus group discussion of 13 administrators, faculty, staff, and Faculty of Education students under Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University. Data were analyzed by content analysis. The research results found that: 1) The condition of Buddhist learning innovation area was to develop the quality and standards of the learning process in the form of multiple intelligence by integrating knowledge and morality and ethics linked to the social landscape, wisdom, and Thai arts and culture, including developing the quality of life of students, creating livelihoods, creating good values and conscience, taking into account public benefits, being socially responsible as a model 6744-Model. 2) Creating an innovative learning areas consisting of (1) the physical aspect, namely buildings, classrooms, learning resources, and environments, (2) the activity aspect based on the way of life, (3) the teaching and learning aspect, learning management plan to the teaching and learning process, (4) atmosphere and interaction in the treatment between teachers and students, and (5) management aspect; setting vision, focusing points, setting action plans, supporting, monitoring, evaluating, and continuing development. The aim was to provide effective student development according to the Buddhist way, integrating the Threefold Principles, developing the model of Buddhist learning innovation areas, with the form of Sufficiency Buddhist activities, efficient use of water, and sustainable agriculture. The activity format was walking on foot, moving towards merit, and the format is for transferring Buddhist knowledge according to the activity plan according to the activity plan using Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, as the learning center using the precepts, meditation and wisdom as a base for learning.