Network Management System for Cooperation in Promoting Sustainable Development of the Multi-campuses under the Office of the Secondary Education Service Area, Chiang Mai

Abstract

The purposes of this multi-phase mixed methods research were: 1) to study the components of the network management for cooperation in promoting sustainable development; 2) to investigate the current conditions, problems, and factors contributing to success of the network management for cooperation in promoting sustainable development; and 3) to develop a network management system for cooperation in promoting sustainable development of the multi-campuses under the Office of the Secondary Education Service Area, Chiang Mai. Key informants consisted of 65 experts, and the research instruments included a synthesis table of components, a confirmation form, a semi-structured interview form, a verifying form of correction and appropriateness, and an evaluation form of possibility and utility. Statistical analyses included frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and content analysis. The results revealed that: 1. The network management for cooperation consisted of five core components after confirmation as follows: educational policy development, creating cooperation among school networks, Integration of curriculum and instructional management, promotion of using technology, and monitoring and evaluation. 2. The current conditions are that the multi-campus faces challenges such as unclear implementation and personnel readiness. Problems are insufficient goal setting, resource support, coordination, delays, and technology adoption. Factors contributing to success require clear policies, adequate resources, and continuous progress evaluation. 3. The development of the network management system for cooperation based on system theory (IPO) in promoting sustainable development of the multi-campuses under the Office of the Secondary Education Service Area, Chiang Mai, consisted of five aspects as follows: educational management policy, cooperating strengthens networks, supporting learning for the future, promoting technological skills, and effective monitoring system. The percentage of correction was at 92.51 and the appropriateness was at 96.79. The possibility and utility overall and in each aspect were at the highest level.