Developing Computer Instruction Package for Buddhist Studies through the Integration of Faith-building Strategies

Abstract

This research article aims to 1) analyze, design, and develop computer instruction package (CIP) for Buddhist studies through the integration of faith-building strategies, 2) evaluate the efficiency of the computer instruction package, 3) evaluate the learning effectiveness, and 4) evaluate the learners’ satisfaction. The research instruments consist of 1) the computer instruction package for Buddhist studies through the integration of faith-building strategies, 2) unit-based formative tests, 3) a learning achievement test, and 4) a questionnaire measuring students' satisfaction with Buddhist studies through computer instruction package. The sample group consists of 30 students in Mathayomsuksa 1 at Satriwatabsornsawan School. The statistics used for data analysis are mean, percentage, standard deviation, reliability, efficiency, and effectiveness. The research findings reveal that 1) the results of the analysis, design, and development of the computer instruction package for Buddhist studies through the integration of faith-building strategies, reveals that the content component has a mean score of 4.22 with a standard deviation of 0.55, while the multimedia component has a mean score of 4.16 with a standard deviation of 0.70. These findings indicate that the quality of the computer instruction package in both aspects is at a good level. 2) The efficiency of the computer instruction package is at 84.78/88.89, that is higher than the criteria at 80/80. 3) The analysis of pre-test and post-test scores indicate that the learning effectiveness is improved 69.67% and is higher than the criteria 60%. 4) The learners’ satisfaction towards the computer instruction package is 4.38 with a standard deviation of 0.61, indicating a high level of satisfaction. It can be concluded that the computer instruction package effectively stimulated learning in the subject of Buddhist studies.