Fa Nuea Journal

Perception of the Potential of Municipal Council Members in Local Development: A Case Study of Mae Lao Subdistrict Municipality, Mae Lao District, Chiang Rai Province

Ketchaya Thammathi — 2025-06-14

This research aimed to 1) study opinions on the potential of Mae Lao Municipality Council members in local development and 2) propose guidelines for promoting the potential of Mae Lao Municipality Council members in local development. This research was quantitative research. The samples used in the research were people in Mae Lao Municipality and group discussions were conducted with key informants, namely, municipal council members, municipal council presidents, and municipal clerks, to present the results of the questionnaire analysis and find guidelines for developing the potential of municipal council members in local development. The quantitative research instrument was a questionnaire. The statistics used were percentage, mean (x̄), and standard deviation (SD). The results of the research found that the potential of municipal council members in local development was overall at a good level (x̄ = 3.53, SD = 0.91). However, this score was in the range below the good level and there were high differences in opinions in some aspects when considering each aspect separately. It was found that the potential in the legislative aspect was at a high level (x̄ =3.59), followed by the administrative control aspect (x̄ =3.53) and the participation aspect (x̄ =3.51), while the public representation aspect received the lowest score at (x̄ =3.50), reflecting that the public still viewed that the members of the council still lacked communication and interaction with the community comprehensively.

Results of Occupational Group Promotion in Krachaeng Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya

Nalin-on Nuiplot — 2025-06-14

The objectives of this research were: 1) Carry out activities to develop and promote the career group of chili paste product in Krachaeng Subdistrict, Bang Sai District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, and 2) Evaluate the gross village happiness (GVH) of the sample group from the occupational group promotion in Krachaeng Subdistrict, Bang Sai District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. The sample group consisted of 20 households, totaling 30 people, in the “Krachaeng Development Farmer Group” in Krachaeng Subdistrict, Bang Sai District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. The tools used in this research were an interview form and a 5-level rating scale questionnaire. The statistics used for data analysis were SROI, percentage, and average. The results showed that: 1) Received 2 chili paste products: pork crackling chili paste and herbal crispy chicken skin chili paste. The SROI was calculated as 4.23. The results showed that this social project had created benefits that were higher than the costs incurred, and 2) The percentage of GVH of the household was 84.01 percent. The result showed that household member who participated in this project had confidence and trust in their ability to manage life factors to reduce anxiety about situations that had occurred or may occur. It then made them feel the most satisfied, comfortable, and persistent.

Guidelines for Developing Efficiency in the Work of Employees under the Engineering Division, Chiang Rai Municipality

Rattanachai Seepromting — 2025-06-14

The research on the development of work efficiency of employees in the Engineering Division, Chiang Rai Municipality, aims to study the conditions and needs for improving work efficiency and to propose a development of work efficiency of employees in the Engineering Division, Chiang Rai Municipality. It is a qualitative research using interviews and focus groups. The results of the study found that the development from the agency mostly came from the development of teaching the most, followed by job rotation. In terms of problems in work, it was the working period and that experience was considered very important. The current working conditions in all 3 aspects were: in terms of work volume, it was found that the work volume would be large for a period of time; in terms of time, it was found that work was done according to the specified time; and in terms of work quality, it was found that it was in line with the standards. The guidelines for developing the work efficiency of employees under the Engineering Division, Chiang Rai Municipality, use the Upskill & Reskill approach, jointly setting work plans, creating motivation and promoting public awareness, including continuous evaluation and improvement of work processes.

Strategies for Naming Japanese Fantasy Light Novels in Thai Language

Saranya Inthisaeng — 2025-06-14

The purpose of this research is to examine the strategies for naming Japanese fantasy light novels in Thai language. The study analyzed the titles from a total of 25 light novels published by Phoenix Next, Zenshu, A-plus, and Bongkoch Comics, utilizing the title-naming strategies proposed by Thakerng Phanthakerngamorn (1998). Each title may employ a combination of multiple naming strategies.
The study identified 10 different naming strategies. The most frequently used strategy was naming based on the main theme or key concept of the story, either as a single strategy or in combination with others. Additionally, an interesting finding was that Thai naming strategies often incorporated other fantasy-related elements, such as a character’s main characteristic, names of places, and important items featured in the story. The use of titles that clearly reflect both the main theme and these fantasy-related elements helps to enhance memorability and also effectively convey the content of the story to readers.

Influence of the Event of Sujata Offering Madhupayasa to the Buddha and the Event of Buddha Floating a Tray for Fortune Telling Affecting Tradition, Belief and Art in Thai Society

Chanin phongsawad — 2025-06-14

Sujata is regarded as the foremost laywoman (upasika) who reached refuge (sarana) first, as she was the first laywoman to offer food to the Buddha before his enlightenment. 'Sarana' means 'refuge,' and the Buddha is the refuge of all beings. This study will examine the Event of Sujata Offering Madhupayasa (milk-rice pudding with honey/kheer) to the Buddha and the event in which the Buddha floated a tray for fortune-telling reflects that Sujata’s aspiration, made during Padumuttara Buddha’s time, to become the foremost female lay follower who first sought refuge, as well as The Buddha's floating tray divination was a confirmation that he would attain enlightenment. These two events gave rise to the tradition of 'Kuan Khao Thip' (stirring the sacred rice), certain beliefs in Thai society, such as making vows to Rukkhadevata, and the art in Thai society, including Buddha statues in the postures of receiving madhupayasa, eating madhupayasa, and floating a tray. Additionally, the musical arts, such as the traditional Thai song 'Phra Chao Loi Tad,' are part of this cultural heritage.

Khao Lam: Symbolic Meaning and Dynamics in the Tourism Context in Contemporary Thai Society

Chonticha Nisaisat — 2025-06-14

This article explored the culture of making Khao Lam and the tradition of Khao Lam merit-making in the Lao community in the context of contemporary Thai society, dividing the study into two main issues: the examination of the symbolic meaning of Khao Lam as food in rituals and the analysis of the dynamics of Khao Lam merit-making events and Khao Lam’s existence in contemporary Thai society. The research concepts employed anthropological and ethnological approaches, considering documents from studies on Khao Lam and new rice merit-making traditions, as well as information on Khao Lam merit-making festivals for tourism in online media. The study found that in traditional societies, Khao Lam merit-making is a post-harvest festival, popularly held during the cold season of March when bamboo was fibrous, involving the division of new rice to roast into Khao Lam as an offering to monks, based on the belief in the merit of offering new rice. Furthermore, Khao Lam merit-making is related to the aspiration for agricultural fertility, stemming from the belief in offering new produce to spirits to thank for their provision of fertility in farming. Currently, governmental agencies have played a role in inheriting the community’s Khao Lam merit-making tradition, transforming it into an entertainment activity, thus shifting the festival from a religious ceremony that focus on offering Khao Lam to monks to a performance that caters to tourism within the creative economy context.

Approaches to Organizing Art Learning Resources for Children with Learning Disabilities to Promote Lifelong Learning

Sudaporn Thangtong — 2025-06-14

This article explores guidelines for organizing art learning centers for children with learning disabilities to promote lifelong learning.
It emphasizes the significant role of art in developing various skills, including emotional expression, communication skills, physical abilities, creativity, self-confidence, and teamwork. Art serves as an essential tool to stimulate diverse learning experiences and address the specific needs of each child. Effective learning environments should incorporate supportive design, the use of technology to enhance education, and the active involvement of families and communities. These approaches enable children with learning disabilities to maximize their potential, grow with confidence, and adapt successfully to society. Properly organized art learning centers play a crucial role in fostering sustainable lifelong learning for children with learning disabilities.