Development of Moral Indicators Based on Buddhadhamma Principles for Administrators
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The current situation of Thailand's educational system is confronting significant challenges regarding the moral and ethical standards of educational administrators, which directly impacts educational quality and sustainable student development. The absence of clear moral assessment guidelines that align with Thai social context has resulted in directionless development of administrators in this critical area. This research therefore aims to develop moral indicators based on Buddhist principles to serve as an effective tool for evaluating and enhancing the moral standards of educational administrators in a manner that is both efficient and appropriate for Thai society.
This research aims to: 1) investigate the concepts and development of Buddhist ethics among educational administrators; 2) create indicators for Buddhist ethics among educational administrators; and 3) propose indicators for Buddhist ethics among educational administrators. This qualitative research employed a framework for developing Buddhist ethical indicators. The research was conducted in Kanchanaburi Province, with a purposive sample of 17 educational administrators. Data collection methods included in-depth interviews (structured and group discussions), and observation. Qualitative data analysis techniques, including content analysis and data triangulation, were utilized. The findings revealed that the application of Buddhist principles fosters a positive organizational culture, promoting transparency, fairness, and respect for diversity. The ethical indicators for educational administrators facilitate mindful decision-making. Applying Buddhist principles in administration enhances the ethical development of both students and administrators, contributing to a better society.
Research Results Summary: Development of Moral Indicators for Educational Administrators Based on the Seven Aspects of Sappurisadhamma Framework: dhammannyū (understanding cause), atthānyū (understanding effect), attānyū (self-awareness), mattānyū (understanding moderation), kālannyū (understanding time), parisānyū (understanding community), and pukkhalannyū (understanding people). These indicators, derived from the experiences of expert educational administrators, promote ethical leadership, leading to improved teaching and learning, student skill development aligned with future needs, and an enhanced image for schools and society.
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