Applying Dhamma Principle of Iddhipada in Learning of Surat Thani Buddhist College’s Students

Abstract

This academic paper aims to study an applying the Dhamma Principle of Iddhipada in learning of Surat Thani Buddhist College’s students who lack of the Dhamma Principle of Iddhipada in learning. The research applies the mixed methods of quantitative and qualitative research. 

The study found that the applying Dhamma Principle of Iddhipada in learning of students was at high level in overall. As considering each aspect of male and female separately, it was found that Chanda (intention) principle was at the highest level, followed by Citta (consciousness) principle, Vimamsa (investigation) principle and Viriya (effort) principle was at the lowest level.

The author suggests that the Dhamma Principle of Iddhipada should be applied in learning of Surat Thani Buddhist College’s students. Firstly, the 4 Buddhist Teaching Methods that Lord Buddha applied in teaching Buddhist should be applied in supporting students to ensure the students gain their satisfaction, intention of learning, interest in learning and desire for better education. Secondly, the students should be encouraged to learn with endeavor, strength, tolerance and patience. Thirdly, the students should be encouraged to concentrate their attention of learning without distraction. Finally, the students should be in contemplation and manage to seek their weakness in learning. They should have plan, assessment and solution for their learning.