The Effects of Learning Activities Using Board Games Together with the Teams Games Tournament (TGT) Technique on the Academic Achievement in Culture of Mathayomsuksa 1 Students

Abstract

The research had two main objectives: 1) to compare students’ academic achievement in the subject of culture before and after participating in a learning experience incorporating board games combined with the Teams Games Tournament (TGT) technique, and 2) to assess student satisfaction with the learning process using these methods. The study was conducted with 33 Mathayomsuksa 1 students in the second semester of the academic year 2023 at Satri Wat Apsorn Sawan School, Phasi Charoen District, Bangkok, selected through cluster random sampling using a lottery method. The research instruments included: 1) learning management plans on culture, reviewed by experts to ensure accuracy, appropriateness, and consistency; 2) an academic achievement test consisting of multiple-choice questions; 3) a satisfaction assessment form for learning activities; and 4) educational board games on culture. Statistical analysis included frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and relative development scores. The results of the research revealed that: 1) Mathayomsuksa 1 students’ academic achievement in the subject of culture significantly improved after participating in the learning management using board games combined with the Teams Games Tournament (TGT) technique with a statistical significance level of .05, 2) students’ satisfaction toward the learning management using these methods was reported to be at the highest level