Journal of Lanna Societies

Model of Communicative English Teaching of Na Leam Community, Phrae Province

2025-05-12T14:21:08+07:00

Making Din-Kee (traditional bricks) and weaving Kub-Lon (traditional hat) are identities of Na Leam community, Thung-Kwao subdistrict, Mueang district, Phrae province. Na Leam community enterprise has welcomed international tourists who want to explore the values of cultural identities and wisdoms. This study aimed to 1. investigate basic English communicative skills of Na Leam community enterprise; 2. construct communicative English teaching model of Na Leam community enterprise; 3. evaluate the efficiency of the constructed model with the 70/70 efficiency index; and 4. evaluate its effectiveness by comparing pretest and posttest scores. The research and development (R&D) methodology was applied. The 20 participants were members of Na Leam community enterprise. The research instruments were a questionnaire, an interview, a constructed model, a pretest, and a posttest. The data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, 70/70 efficiency index, and dependent sample t-test.

The results were as follows.

In terms of participants’ learning techniques and behavior, the aspect that received the highest average scores was practicing English communicative skills by communicating with persons with good English-speaking performance in community.
The constructed model consisted of 5 stages: warm-up, pre-speaking stage, while-speaking stage, post-speaking stage, and extension practice.
Regarding model efficiency, the subjects’ mean scores in each lesson were higher than the 70/70 efficiency index.
In terms of the model effectiveness, the post-test scores ( =15.28) were higher than pre-test scores ( = 10.11) at the statistical significance of 0.05 (Sig = .000 < .05).

Competitiveness Development to Solve Poverty Problems and Reduce Economic Inequality Among Community Enterprises in Mae Hong Son Province

2025-08-06T11:03:42+07:00

This qualitative research aimed to analyze strategic approaches for enhancing the competitive capacity of community enterprises in Mae Hong Son Province, as a means to strengthen business operations, alleviate poverty, and reduce economic inequality in a sustainable manner. Key informants included members of community enterprises, government officials, community leaders, and support organizations across seven districts: Mueang Mae Hong Son, Pang Mapha, Pai, Khun Yuam, Mae La Noi, Mae Sariang, and Sop Moei, totaling 25 participants. Data collection methods comprised in-depth interviews, field observations, focus group discussions, and documentary review. The data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis and SWOT analysis techniques.

The findings revealed that while community enterprises possess significant development potential, they continue to face internal and external constraints. Consequently, four strategic recommendations were formulated: (1) proactive strategies focusing on product development and organizational innovation, (2) corrective strategies emphasizing participation, local identity, and technological skills, (3) defensive strategies targeting risk management related to environmental changes and production costs, and (4) adaptive strategies promoting external collaboration and community-level self-reliance. The study concludes that sustainable development of community enterprises requires an integrated approach that leverages social capital, local wisdom, and multi-sectoral cooperation in a systematic and contextualized manner.

The Application of Buddhadhamma to Enhance Political Socialization in Democratic System among High School Students of Thung Saliam District, Sukhothai Province

2025-08-21T11:55:53+07:00

This study aimed to 1. explore the level of political socialization in democratic system of high school students of Thung Saliam district, Sukhothai province; 2. investigate factors influencing their political socialization in democratic system; and 3. study the integration of Sucarita (good conduct) for political socialization that affects them. The research employed a mixed-methods research,
The sample size of 271, Data analysis involved calculating frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and performing stepwise multiple regression analysis The qualitative research, was used in-depth interviews were conducted with 9 key informants.

The results were as follows.

High school students in Thung Saliam district demonstrated a high level of political socialization in democratic system.
Sucarita (good conduct) could explain 46 percent (R2= 0.678) of high school students’ political socialization in democratic system.
The integration of Sucarita (good conduct) to enhance high school students’ political socialization in democratic system comprised the following elements. Kāya-sucarita (good conduct in act): It refers to political expression in democratic system that prioritizes individual political rights. Vacī-sucarita (good conduct in word): It involves the expression of opinions in democratic political discourse that promotes unity. Mano-sucarita (good conduct in thought): It focuses on cultivating democratic citizenship by enabling individuals to critically distinguish morally correct and incorrect actions. Hence, enhancing political socialization in democratic system requires the following key principles: providing a platform for open exchange of ideas, promoting collaborative policy-making, ensuring equal and respectful treatment, and safeguarding students' rights and freedoms through transparent and verifiable processes.

The Effect of Using Project Based Learning Focusing on Local Content to Develop English-Speaking Skills

2025-08-22T13:55:41+07:00

This research aimed to 1) compare English speaking skills before and after using local content project-based instruction and 2) study the level of student satisfaction with local content project-based instruction. This experimental research was conducted. The sample consisted of 23 students Grade 12 in the first semester of the 2025 academic year. The samples were randomly selected by lottery. The research instruments included 1) 10 local content project-based instruction plans; 2) an English-speaking skills test; and 3) a satisfaction assessment form for local content project-based instruction. Data were analyzed by percentage, mean, standard deviation, and t-test.

The results showed that

1) students' English-speaking skills after using local content project-based instruction were significantly higher than before using it, at the .05 level.

2) Overall, students were highly satisfied with local content project-based instruction.

The results showed that integrating local content with project-based instruction helped improve speaking skills and motivate students to learn English.

An Analytical Study of Buddhist Beliefs and Morals in Tao Tung See (Four Guardian Gods) Ritual in Muang Phrae District, Phrae Province

2025-08-17T11:02:42+07:00

The objective of this study aims to 1) study the history of Tao Tung See (four guardian gods) ritual; 2) explore beliefs and morals of Tao Tung See (four guardian gods) ritual; and 3) analyze beliefs and morals of Tao Tung See (four guardian gods) ritual in Mueang Phrae district, Phrae province. The documentary research method was used to collect additional data from 15 key informants through in-depth interviews during a field study.

The findings revealed that

Tao Tung See (four guardian gods) ritual is based on animistic belief intertwined with Buddhist history in terms of Lokapālas, the guardians who protect the world’s four directions from harmful influences. This ritual reflects an integration of Buddhist, Brahmanic, and animistic beliefs to ensure protection, security, and auspiciousness for people living in Mueang Phrae district.
The beliefs in Tao Tung See ritual of people living in Mueang Phrae district involve inviting Lokapālas for sacredness, requesting auspicious blessings, and showing respect to Lokapālas to invite divine protection. This ritual reflects Buddhist morals: Puññakiriyavatthu (bases of meritorious action), giving, ethical behavior, mental development, gratitude, and awareness of making merit.
Tao Tung See ritual is consistent with the following Buddhist principles: Four Kinds of Saddhā, focusing on the belief in karma and following moral principles for safety and auspiciousness; Tilakkhaṇa (the three marks of existence), placing the importance on understanding the truth of life and embracing impermanence; and the principles of merit and sin that encourage individuals to do good deeds: giving, observing precepts, and practicing meditation by avoiding malicious acts and adhering to Dharma in conducting ritual.

An Application of The Tilakkhna Principle for Self-Reliance of The Elderly in The New Normal Way in Phrae Province

2025-09-02T16:28:34+07:00

The objectives of this study aimed: 1) to examine the principle of Tilakkhaṇa (the Three Characteristics of Existence) in Theravāda Buddhism; 2) to explore the ways of life of the elderly in the new normal context in Phrae Province; and 3) to apply the principle of Tilakkhaṇa to the self-conduct of the elderly in the new normal in Phrae Province. This study employed a qualitative research methodology, using in-depth interviews with 15 key informants.

The findings were as follows:

Tilakkhaṇa, or the Three Universal Characteristics, refers to the general attributes of all phenomena: (1) aniccatā (impermanence), meaning instability and non-sustainability; (2) dukkhatā (suffering), referring to the state of being oppressed by arising and dissolution, as well as by internal pressure and distress; and (3) anattatā (non-self), meaning the absence of an inherent, permanent self.
The elderly demonstrated ten patterns of adaptation in their way of life under the new normal: (1) dietary adjustment, (2) housing adjustment, (3) adjustment in interpersonal communication, (4) adjustment in travel, (5) adjustment in consumer product selection, (6) adaptation in maintaining personal hygiene, (7) psychological adjustment, (8) emotional adjustment, (9) adjustment in social participation, and (10) adjustment in the use of media and technology.
The application of Tilakkhaṇa for elderly self-conduct in the new normal was found in three aspects: (1) aniccatā was applied in daily life and interactions with others; (2) dukkhatā was applied in managing suffering and coping with difficulties in life; and (3) anattatā was applied in accepting life’s inevitable changes.

Integrating Sucarita into the Enhancement of People’s Political Behavior in Election of Candidates for The House of Representatives, Electoral District 1, Phrae Province

2025-08-20T09:18:04+07:00

This mixed-methods study aimed to 1) study the level of people’s political behavior in the election of candidates for the House of Representatives; 2) investigate the relationship between Sucarita (good conduct) and people’s political behavior; and 3) present guidelines for integrating Sucarita (good conduct) into enhancing people’s political behavior in the election of candidates for the House of Representatives, electoral district 1, Phrae province. The survey research methodologies were employed in this study. The population consisted of 4,400 persons living in Suan Khuean subdistrict, Phrae province. The 367 participants were limited by using Taro Yamane's formula. The data were analyzed by using frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and multiple regression. The qualitative data were gathered from 9 key informants by using in-depth interview and then analyzed by using descriptive content analysis. The qualitative findings were presented in descriptive form with grouped frequency table to support quantitative data.

The findings were as follows:

Overall, 3 aspects of people’s political behavior in the election of candidates for the House of Representatives and Sucarita (good conduct) were at a high level, (x̅ = 4.13) and (x̅ = 3.95) respectively.
2. The relationship between Sucarita (good conduct) and people’s political behavior in the election of candidates for the House of Representatives was a very strong positive correlation (R = 0.830**).
Guidelines for integrating Sucarita(good conduct) into the enhancement of people’s political behavior were as follows. 1) Kàya-sucarita (good conduct in action): people should refuse to receive or distribute any sort of vote-buying products, exercise their right to vote honestly, and choose representatives based on public good, not personal benefit. They should strictly comply with the election law to ensure fairness and transparency, resulting in strong democracy. 2) Vacã-sucarita (good conduct in word): people should criticize politicians or political parties wisely based on reason and evidence, without damaging someone’s reputation. They should truly introduce information about successful candidates and political parties to others by engaging in creative, respectful, and productive dialogue to promote a positive political climate. 3. Mano-sucarita (good conduct in though): people should vote for politicians who have morals, ethics, and ability, regardless of personal interests. They should believe in transparent and fair election processes and exercise their right to vote with honest intentions for the good of the country and society as a whole.

Evolving Roles of Teachers and Pre-Service Teachers in the Northern Thailand’s AI: From Traditional Instructors to Learning Facilitators in Education

2025-08-29T10:10:55+07:00

The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is leading to significant changes in the educational landscape, particularly in the role of teachers, who must transform themselves from imparters of knowledge to "facilitators of learning". This new role involves shaping learning processes, promoting higher-order thinking, and instilling moral values in students. This shift is particularly important for pre-service teachers in northern Thailand, where the educational context remains very different in terms of culture, society, and educational resources. Pre-service teachers at universities in northern Thailand face the major challenge of integrating academic knowledge, digital technology, and local knowledge to meet the needs of learners in rapidly changing communities and societies.

This article explores the evolving role of pre-service teachers in the age of AI. It begins with an overview of current trends in education, followed by an examination of essential teacher competencies, including technological literacy, instructional design, and contextualized understanding of AI-driven education. It also explores the transition from the traditional teacher role to the "teacher as facilitator" model and the ethical implications of AI in education.

The article emphasizes the urgent need for teacher education institutions to revise their curricula to prepare future educators and strike a balance between technology and humanistic values, so that teachers can effectively support the holistic development of learners.