Educational Management and Innovation Journal

EDITORIAL BOARD

2026-05-11T07:53:31+07:00

EDITORIAL NOTE

2026-05-11T07:48:04+07:00

Factors Affecting Career Adaptability of Art College Students in Sichuan Province, China

2025-10-02T07:13:16+07:00

Career adaptability is crucial for today’s art college students because it equips them to handle uncertain, competitive, and rapidly changing creative industries. However, the factors affecting art college students’ career adaptability remains unclear. The researcher of this study taken core self-evaluation, university and environmental factors as its factors to examine the relationships between those three factors and art college students’ career adaptability in Sichuan Province, China. A quantitative method was employed, 390 art college students were selected from Sichuan Province with stratified sampling to participate in the five-point Likert questionnaire survey. The obtained data were analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM). Three research hypotheses were supported at the 0.001 significance level, respectively: H1: Core self-evaluation significantly and positively affects career adaptability (p ≤ .001), the same results also occurred for H2: University Factors significantly and positively affect career adaptability (p ≤ .001), and H3: Environmental factors significantly and positively affect career adaptability (p ≤ .001). This research findings not only identified the significant factors of career adaptability for Chinese art college students, but also pointed out the directions for college administrator and policy makers to better support art college students’ career adaptability to ensure art college students’ long-term career success and resilience in unpredictable art careers.

Strategy for Organizational Culture Development for Fuzhou Software Vocational and Technical College in China

2025-10-28T07:08:50+07:00

The research objectives were to investigate the problems and needs of organizational culture at Fuzhou Software Vocational and Technical College in China, and to develop the strategy of organizational culture for Fuzhou Software Vocational and Technical College. The samples included 387 students and 298 teachers, chosen through stratified random sampling from a total population of 12,249 students and 1,173 teachers. The instruments used were questionnaires and discussion questions for focus group sessions. Data analysis involved using descriptive statistics, SWOT analysis, and thematic content analysis.

The research findings revealed that students perceived organizational culture problems at a moderate level, while teachers needed significant improvements. All respondents agreed that developing organizational culture was necessary at a moderate level. The strategies for fostering organizational culture included four aspects: 1) Core value development, 2) Behavioral norms, 3) Collaboration mechanisms Optimization, and 4) Environmental adaptability. All strategies were evaluated by three experts for their suitability and feasibility.

The Relationship between University Entrance Preparation Awareness and Stress among Upper Secondary Students in University Entrance Information Networks

2025-10-09T07:12:36+07:00

This study examined the levels of university entrance preparation awareness and academic stress among upper secondary school students in Thailand, and the relationship between these variables. A quantitative design was employed with 400 students preparing for exams under the Thai University Central Admission System (TCAS), selected via convenience sampling. Data were collected using structured questionnaires including a 25-item Awareness Scale and a 15-item Academic Stress Scale, both rated on a 5-point Likert scale, and analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson’s correlation, and Cronbach’s alpha. Results indicated high awareness of university entrance preparation (mean 3.58-4.22, α = 0.9339) and moderate academic stress (mean 2.37-3.84, α = 0.9061). A moderate negative correlation was found between awareness and stress (r = -0.3296, r² = 10.86%, p ≤ 0.05), suggesting that higher awareness is associated with lower stress. These findings highlight the importance of promoting systematic preparation awareness to mitigate academic stress, and recommend guidance programs and life skill activities starting from Grade 10 to enhance time management, stress coping, and psychological resilience. Future research is suggested to examine additional psychosocial factors and diverse student populations to strengthen understanding of factors influencing academic stress.

The Competency of School Administrator Influencing Teachers’ Work Motivation in Nakhon Ratchasima Primary Educational Service Area Office 1

2025-10-18T19:55:07+07:00

Teacher motivation is a key determinant of educational quality and effectiveness, and school administrators shape this motivation through their professional competencies. This study aimed to (1) examine administrator competencies in Nakhon Ratchasima Primary Educational Service Area Office 1, (2) assess teachers’ work motivation, and (3) develop a predictive equation of administrator competencies influencing motivation. The sample included 327 administrators and teachers selected through stratified random sampling based on the Krejcie and Morgan table. A five-point Likert questionnaire with an IOC of 0.86 was used. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and stepwise multiple regression. Results showed that teachers’ motivation and administrators’ competencies were both at a high level. Four key competencies, namely achievement orientation, teamwork, management competency, and personnel development, were found to significantly influence teachers’ motivation and together explained 62.40 percent of the variance, with a multiple correlation coefficient of 0.793. These findings suggest that achievement orientation and teamwork are essential factors in maintaining teacher motivation. Furthermore, the results provide a practical framework for leadership development and professional training, emphasizing the importance of competency-based administrator development to enhance teacher engagement and improve educational outcomes.

Emotional intelligence (EI) of Primary School Administrators in Songkhla, Thailand: Levels and Demographic Comparisons

2025-12-12T07:12:51+07:00

This quantitative research Educational Leadership study was designed to: 1) examine the emotional intelligence (EI) of school administrators in Songkhla, Thailand and 2) perform a comparative analysis of their age, academic qualification, and professional experience. The collected data mirrors the perceptions of teachers. There were 309 teachers in the sample, calculated from a population of 1,384 teachers using Yamane’s formula. A stratified random sample technique was utilized according to school size, followed by basic random sampling via a lottery system. The research tool was a 37-item questionnaire with a 5-point rating scale that had a reliability value of .981. We looked at the data using the mean, standard deviation, t-test, and F-test, as well as the frequency and percentage.

Educational leaders exhibit high emotional intelligence (EI) and strong self-motivation, implying internal drive. Regional policymakers must adapt leadership programs to capitalize on this existing strength, focusing on advanced strategies instead of basic motivational training. These insights can guide leadership improvement efforts.

Guidelines for Developing School Administrators’ Roles in Encouraging the Use of Digital Technology for School Administration under the Secondary Educational Service Area Office Bangkok 1

2025-12-15T07:20:07+07:00

This study aimed to examine the current and the expected roles of school administrators in encouraging the use of digital technology for school administration under the Bangkok Secondary Educational Service Area Office 1, and to propose guidelines for these roles. A mixed methods research design was employed, consisting of 2 phases. In Phase 1, Study was conducted to analyze the needs for school administrators’ roles in encouraging digital technology for school administration. The sample consisted of 357 teachers working in schools selected through multistage sampling. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and a PNImodified index. In Phase 2, guidelines for role development were explored through semi structured interviews with 7 experts, and the data were analyzed using content analysis. The findings revealed that the overall needs for school administrators’ roles in encouraging the use of digital technology for school administration were at a high level. The area with the highest need was Internal Management of the school, followed by Infrastructure, Resources, and Environment Management, Personnel Development and Promotion, and Instructional Management, respectively. Furthermore, the proposed guidelines for developing school administrators’ roles encompassed four key aspects: Budget management, Learning technology, Training and development, and Systemic approach. These guidelines provide practical direction for educational administrators and policy agencies in strengthening digital technology integration in school administration.

Guidelines for Personnel Management Based on the Seven Qualities of a Virtuous Person (Sappurisa-dhamma) in Private Higher Education Institutions in Bangkok Metropolitan Area

2025-12-01T07:31:09+07:00

Effective personnel management in higher education requires not only modern administrative practices but also a strong ethical foundation. In Buddhist-oriented contexts, the Seven Qualities of a Virtuous Person (Sappurisa-dhamma) provide a moral framework emphasizing wisdom, moderation, and respect for individuals and communities. This study aimed to examine the current state of personnel management based on the Sappurisa-dhamma, compare perceptions across personal factors, and propose personnel management guidelines for private higher education institutions in the Bangkok Metropolitan Area. An explanatory sequential mixed methods design was employed. Quantitative data

were collected from 70 administrators, faculty members, and graduate-level personnel selected through cluster random sampling from five private universities. Qualitative data were obtained from 10 purposively selected key informants to develop practical guidelines. Research instruments included a validated questionnaire (IOC = 0.80-1.00, reliability α = 0.95) and a semi-structured interview guide. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, t-tests, and one-way ANOVA, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically. The findings indicated that personnel management based on the Sappurisa-dhamma was practiced at a high level overall. Parisanññuta (knowing the community) received the highest rating, while Mattannuta (knowing moderation) was comparatively lower. No significant differences were found by gender, age, or educational level; however, work experience significantly influenced perceptions of Atthannuta (knowing the result) and Mattannuta. Integrating the Sappurisa-dhamma into personnel management enhances ethical leadership, community engagement, and organizational harmony in private higher education institutions.