The learning package creation of NATAP-NORA for higher education in Thailand

Abstract

The objectives of this research were to: (1) study the body of knowledge involved in conveying the NATAP-NORA; (2) develop and assess the quality of a learning package; and (3) study students’ achievement after learning package implementation. A mixed method research was used and divided as data collecting patterns including: (1) Qualitative data collection: interviews with experts; and (2) Quantitative data collection: creating the learning package and studying the student’s academic achievement after utilizing the learning package. The results showed that: (1) The findings of a study in the body of knowledge revealed that: NATAP-NORA is a rhythm of Klong Tap instrument functioning as a medium of communication between Nora’s dance postures and directions of the song’s structure. To convey the lesson, An introduction to NORA, Rhythm Control, Tone of Voice, Song interpretation would be emphasized; (2) The results of a learning package development revealed that: package evaluation by experts is appropriate for implementation. The results of a pilot study in terms of the efficiency percentage (E1/E2) turned out that the learning package is at 66/65, which is higher than stated criteria of 60/60 indicating the package is effective; and (3) Students’achievement after the implementation of the learning package found that students’competency is good at content competence ( = 3.32, SD = 0.54), musical instrument skills are good (= 3.12, SD = 0.19), and observation revealed that students’ behavior is good ( = 2.96, SD = 0.49).