Model of Moral and Ethical Development Activity in Education Quality and Local Area Development Project under Supervision of Higher Education Institute of Mahamkut Buddhist University

Abstract

           The objectives of this research were; 1. To support the strength of local schools in integrative mobilizing body of knowledge, academic and skills from higher education institutes into the actual practice in schools, 2. To create appropriate activity patterns to develop and improve basic education standard continuously, and 3. To implement the suitable activity patterns in solving problems of the target groups. The data were collected by in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with 13 informants consisting of teachers, students and activity trainers. Camera, recorder and other equipment were also used in data collecting. The dat were analyzed by content analysis.

The results of the study showed that:
            Sarabhanya chanting activity was focused on correct pronunciation of Pali and Thai languages. Most students had pronunciation problems and the activity was time consuming and practiced every day. The mental development activity based on Satipatthana had a good result from regular practice and students paid intention in the practice. The activity result could pass the criteria set for each activity.
            The development of morality and ethics in patience, effort, responsibility, discipline and others is necessary and appropriate since it can lead students to other activities. The most favorite activity among students was mental development based on Satipatthana. This activity was composed of games, tests, funs and activities in other postures. The mental development activity is an integrated activity and encourages other qualifications necessary for students, such as diligence, responsibility, voluntary, public mind, and living a good life. The activity set for 1 hour a week was inadequate and could not cover a number of students in the course level.
           The activity should be extended to 2 hours a week and to students in every course level in a whole semester. The students participating in the activity should come from the same course level. With students from different course levels participating in the same activity, the achievement may not be significantly identified.