A Mixed Methods Study on Learning Behaviors Based on the Four Principles Iddhipatha among Undergraduate students at a Buddhist University

Abstract

This mixed-method research aimed to (1) study the learning behavior according to the Four Bases of Iddhipada of undergraduate students at a Buddhist university and (2) compare learning behavior according to personal factors. 3) Study the guidelines for promoting learning according to the Four Bases of Power of undergraduate students at a Buddhist university. The sample group consisted of 376 monks/people using a simple random sampling method. Data were collected using a questionnaire on learning behavior with a Cronbach's alpha coefficient of 0.92 and in-depth interviews of 9 subjects. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, mean, percentage, inferential statistics T-test, One-way ANOVA. The qualitative data was analyzed using content analysis. The research results found that 1) the students' learning behavior according to the Four Bases of Iddhipada was at a high level, with Chanda having the highest average value and Vimangsa having the lowest. 2) Significant differences were found in some personal factors,namely years of ordination and study level, whereas other factors showed no statistically significant. 3) Study the guidelines for promoting learning behavior according to the Four Bases of Influence, creating inspiration, supporting the environment and developing a curriculum that is conducive to the application of the Four Bases of Influence.