A Lesson Learned from the Success of Sufficiency Economy Philosophy Learning Centers at the Secondary Schools in Phitsanulok Province under the Secondary Educational Service Area Office Phitsanulok Uttaradit

Abstract

          This research study aimed to 1) study the lessons learned from the success of Sufficiency Economy Philosophy learning centers in education, and 2) analyze the factors contributing to the success of these learning centers. The key informants consisted of 24 people. The research instrument was a semi-structured interview. The data were analyzed using content analysis.

           The results indicated that: (1) the success of the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy Learning Center in education comprised the following aspect personnel: administrators demonstrated visionary leadership, driving the organizational system through PLC process to support active learning. In terms of physical infrastructure, learning stations were organized as dynamic learning resources, emphasizing innovative and efficient resource utilization to provide students with hands on experience. In terms of external relations, networks were established with the community and local experts, and the center functioned as a mentor institution for transferring knowledge to the community. 2) The factors contributing to success in management comprised five aspects: (1) leadership and vision of the administrators, who served as role models and established clear policies; (2) an efficient management system through the integration of the PLC and information technology; (3) integrated learning that provided students with opportunities for hands on practice through learning stations; (4) the development of student leaders through peer tutoring processes and appropriate task management; and (5) community and network participation, which incorporated local wisdom into education and extended its benefits to the community for sustainable development.