GUIDELINES FOR DEVELOPING HOME-BASED BASIC EDUCATION FOR GENERATION ALPHA BASED ON BRAHMAVIHARA IV PRINCIPLES AT THE PRIMARY LEVEL

Abstract

This research article aimed to: 1) study the current state of home-based basic education for generation alpha at the primary level; 2) develop a model for home-based basic education for generation alpha based on the Four Brahmavihra principles at the primary level; and 3) propose guidelines for the development of home-based basic education for generation alpha based on the Four Brahmavihra principles at the primary level. This was qualitative research employing documentary study, interviews with three families providing home-based education, and a focus group discussion with seven experts. The research instruments included a document analysis form and a semi-structured interview form. Data were analyzed using content analysis.

The research results revealed that: 1) The current state of home-based basic education for generation alpha at the primary level comprises: The educational objectives focused on the holistic development of learners to establish a stable life foundation, self-discovery, and well-being. Learner development activities involve integrating learning with real-life experiences through hands-on practice and promoting learner agency. The learning management process is flexible and individualized for each learner. Measurement and evaluation of learning involve authentic assessment, focusing on the learning process and development rather than strictly on outcomes. 2) The model for home-based basic education for generation alpha based on the Four Brahmavihra principles at the primary level comprises: Mett (Loving-kindness) - creating an atmosphere full of love and happiness; Karun (Compassion) - providing life skills for learners to be self-reliant; Mudit (Sympathetic Joy) - appreciating success to build motivation; and Upekkh (Equanimity) - granting independence and responsibility to enable learners to direct their own learning. 3) The guidelines for home-based basic education for generation alpha based on the Four Brahmavihra principles at the primary level are as follows: (1) Educational Objectives: to lead learners toward holistic well-being and lifelong learners by fostering happiness (Mett), strengthening life skills (Karun), and nurturing pride and independence (Mudit and Upekkh). (2) Learner development activities: focusing on creating a holistic environment by designing activities that create happiness (Mett), instilling life skills (Karun), building motivation through appreciation (Mudit), and assigning responsibility to learn from direct experience (Upekkh). (3) Learning management process: designing a flexible process according to the learner's nature (Metta), providing necessary skills (Karun), creating processes through real knowledge application (Mudit), and setting a framework of responsibility that promotes independence (Upekkh). (4) Measurement and Evaluation: assessing with empathy (Mett), focusing on diagnosis and assistance (Karun), providing positive reinforcement through appreciating success (Mudit), and conducting authentic assessment neutrally and without comparison (Upekkh). The framework includes integrated activities based on the Four Brahmavihra principles, specifically Activity 1: “Gen Alpha Vegetable Garden: Seedlings of Relationship” and Activity 2: “Gen Alpha Kitchen: Challenging Taste”, aimed at fostering the holistic and joyful development of learners. Consequently, families providing home-based education can strategically plan for the learner's future, the homeschool network is strengthened, and the Educational Service Area Office can allocate resources effectively.