The Guidelines of Educational Institution Administration according the King’s Philosophy of School in Mahasarakham Primary Educational Service Area Office 3

Abstract

This research aims to examine the current situation, the desirable conditions, and the essential needs for educational institution administration based on the King’s Philosophy. Additionally, it seeks to explore the guidelines for administering educational institutions according to the King’s Philosophy in schools under the Mahasarakham Primary Educational Service Area Office 3. The sample group consisted of 135 school administrators and teachers, selected through simple random sampling. The interview participants included three school administrators from exemplary schools that effectively implement the King’s Philosophy. The research instruments used were questionnaires and interview forms. Data were analyzed using statistical methods, including mean, standard deviation, and the Priority Needs Index (PNImodified) (Content Analysis) The research findings are as follows: 1. The current state of educational institution administration based on the King’s Philosophy in schools under the Mahasarakham Primary Educational Service Area Office 3 was at a moderate level overall. The key aspects included accessibility in administration, socio-geographical factors, and development in administration. Meanwhile, the desirable state of administration was rated at the highest level overall, with key aspects being development in administration, accessibility in administration, and comprehension in administration. 2. The overall and specific needs for educational institution administration based on the King’s Philosophy in schools under the Mahasarakham Primary Educational Service Area Office 3 showed that the Priority Needs Index (PNImodified) ranged between 0.26 and 0.41. The three most critical needs were development in administration, accessibility in administration, and the application of the King’s working principles in administration. 3. The guidelines for educational institution administration based on the King’s Philosophy in schools under the Mahasarakham Primary Educational Service Area Office 3. Administrators should study and understand the social, cultural, and community environment of their institutions. They should foster a positive work atmosphere, value their personnel, and be receptive to feedback and suggestions for development. Additionally, administrators should encourage participation from teachers, students, parents, and the community in various processes. A friendly and open atmosphere should be created, and problem-solving should focus on simplifying complex tasks and streamlining work processes for efficiency. Finally, administrators should serve as role models, demonstrating ethical leadership and moral integrity.