Enhancing Computer Law Awareness for Monks in Phrae Province

การเสริมสร้างกระบวนการรับรู้กฎหมายคอมพิวเตอร์สำหรับพระสงฆ์ในจังหวัดแพร่

Abstract

This research aims to 1) study the problems of using computer laws for monks in Mueang Phrae District, Phrae Province; 2) develop activities to promote knowledge and understanding of computer laws for monks in Mueang Phrae District, Phrae Province; and 3) assess knowledge of computer laws for monks in Mueang Phrae District, Phrae Province. This research is mixed-method research, consisting of qualitative research by conducting documentary research, in-depth interviews with key informants, namely monks, lawyers or legal scholars, and computer law scholars, totaling 20 monks/persons; and action research. The researcher organized a training workshop with the target group, namely 30 monks and novices in Phrae Province.

The research results found that:

1. Most monks have limited basic understanding of computer law and lack knowledge regarding legal compliance, particularly in the areas of personal data protection and copyright infringement prevention. Therefore, computer law training is essential to raise awareness and importance among monks, enabling them to use technology for disseminating Dhamma safely and in accordance with the law.
2. Guidelines for developing activities to promote knowledge and understanding of computer law for monks in Mueang Phrae District, Phrae Province From interviews in 4 areas: needs and interests, activity development, support and participation, and challenges and obstacles, it was found that the training should focus on content related to the protection of personal data (PDPA), preventing copyright and intellectual property infringement, dealing with unauthorized access to data, and using technology safely and legally, including learning about reporting legal problems and complying with the law correctly. Appropriate training formats should include interactive and practical training, seminars with expert lectures, and online learning that can be accessed anywhere and anytime. Activity development should organize workshops that focus on providing basic knowledge along with actual training and case study discussions, as well as using technology for learning, such as e-learning or webinar, which are also good options.
3. Assessment of computer law knowledge It was found that monks who participated in the training had significantly increased knowledge and understanding of computer law at a statistical level of .05, with an average score before the training of 12.90 and after the training increased to 16.90, reflecting the success of the learning process through the training activities.