Chandrakasem Rajabhat University Journal of Graduate School

Science and Society in the Anthropocene: Integrating interdisciplinary studies and system changes towards sustainability.

Preecha Piampongsan — 2024-06-22

This article aims to present the philosophy, concepts, theories, and methodologies concerning the integration of various academic disciplines in the field of social sciences. This integration serves as a vital tool for analyzing problems, social crises, politics, culture, and environmental issues in the era of Anthropocene, where certain groups within the capitalist system are severely damaging nature and the environment worldwide, leading to severe repercussions such as global warming and various forms of damage amid the changing climate of the earth. These problems are multidimensional and challenging to address. Moreover, we are currently facing economic and social crises in various forms simultaneously, which is an uncertain phenomenon with an unpredictable future.

In such circumstances, it is necessary to have new research and analytical tools, namely "Transdisciplinary (TD) integration." The author hopes that research and analysis in this direction will play a significant role in enhancing understanding of various crises in the Anthropocene, leading to the presentation of solutions and problem-solving strategies. The key concept consists of two words: "Science" and "Society," meaning the different sciences and disciplines of social sciences, which must interact, work, and operate together with society in a comprehensive manner. Science for society alone is not sufficient; "Science and Society" encompass broader meanings, emphasizing the full participation of society and communities for collaborative research and the presentation of joint solutions and strategies.

Study of economic factors and situation of COVID-19 Pandemic that affect the insurance business in Thailand.

Virat Trongpitakkul — 2024-03-13

This study is quantitative research to study the economic variables such as the Consumer confidence index, SET index, interest rates, exchange rate between the baht and dollar, the volume of investment in foreign securities, volume of investment by institutional Investors, volume of registered cars, minimum labor cost and crude oil price, and factors of the Covid 19 virus crisis that affect the operating results of insurance businesses listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand and The Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) which are studied from secondary data every quarter from the 1st quarter of 2020 until the 4th quarter of 2022.

The research found factors affecting the performance of insurance and life insurance businesses listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand and the Office of the Insurance Commission. At the significance level of 0.01, there are 5 variables: the consumer confidence index, the SET index, the volume of investment in foreign securities, the volume of registered cars, crude oil price, and factors of the Covid 19 situation. In addition, from examining the appropriateness of the multiple regression analysis, it was found that There is a test statistic value of 1155.979 with a statistical significance of 0.01. The adjustment coefficient (Adjust R2) is equal to 0.8690. Built-in correlation. (Autocorrelation) equals 2.0125.

LEGAL CONDITIONS FOR LOCAL ORDINANCE ENACTMENT

Kritz Wongvisadethorn — 2024-03-28

The objective of this research is to study and analyze the legal conditions governing local ordinances. The research is conducted through document research, utilizing a framework that combines legal principles in the formulation of regulations and criteria related to local ordinances in the Thai legal system. The aim is to synthesize clear and specific legal conditions for enacting local ordinances.

The study found that the legal conditions for enacting local ordinances in Thailand consist of both procedural aspects related to the proposal, consideration, and promulgation processes, as well as substantive aspects related to the source of authority, scope of authority, and the requirement that governance actions must comply with the law. Additionally, the researcher recommends improvements to existing laws concerning local ordinances to enhance clarity or the creation of new, specific laws for local ordinances as central legislation applicable to various local government organizations throughout Thailand.

Aspects Associated with Behaviors of Thyroid Disease Prevention among Village Health Volunteers (VHV) in a Sub-District, Hankha District, Chainat Province

Pattadon Sukkapan — 2024-03-13

The objectives of this study were: 1) to study the level of knowledge about thyroid disease, knowledge about warning signs of thyroid disease and behaviors to prevent thyroid disease of village health volunteers in a sub-district, Hankha District, Chainat Province and 2) to study factors related to thyroid disease prevention behavior of village health volunteers in a sub-district, Hankha District, Chainat Province. The samples in this study were 104 village health volunteers in a sub-district, both males and females, acquired by simple random sampling. The research instrument was a questionnaire divided into 4 parts: 1) general information of the respondents, 2) knowledge and understanding about thyroid disease, 3) knowledge and understanding about warning signs of thyroid disease, and 4) questions about thyroid disease prevention behavior. Statistics used for analysis included number, percentage, minimum, maximum, average, standard deviation, median and chi-square test.
The results of the study showed that most village health volunteers had a moderate level of knowledge and understanding about thyroid disease and warning signs of thyroid disease (51.92% and 52.89%, respectively) and a moderate level of thyroid disease prevention behavior (67.31%). The factors that showed a statistically significant relationship with thyroid disease prevention behaviors include congenital disease and exercise. However, knowledge about thyroid disease and warning signs of thyroid disease were not related to thyroid disease prevention behavior of village health volunteers.

Cost and Benefit Analysis of Rice Production, Pho Ngam Subdistrict, Sankhaburi District, Chainat Province

Chaiyut Mansamut — 2024-06-22

This research aims to analyse the cost and return of rice cultivation, Pho Ngam Subdistrict, Sankhaburi District, Chainat Province. 138 households was calculated using the Cochran formula for samples. Data was collecting during March–December 2023. Questionnaire was used to analyze cost and return of rice production of farmers in crop year 2021/2022. The statistics used to characterize the data are frequency, mean, and percentage.

The results of the study found there were average rice yields of 816.11 kg/rai, with 5,387.93 baht/rai average production costs, including 4,571.81 baht/rai (84.85%) of labor costs, 1,582.72 baht/rai of preparing area (29.38%), weeding/pest/disease management with 1,010.73 baht/rai (18.76%) and fertilizing with 692.89 baht/rai (12.86%). Moreover, there were 816.11 baht/rai (15.15%) of input costs, such as seeds, chemical fertilizers, chemical pesticides and so on. There were 6,163.37 baht/rai, with average total profit of 775.44 baht/rai. Rice production was divided into 3 parts: consumption of 151.36 kg/rai, storage for next crop of 13.23 kg/rai , and selling to market of 771.00 kg/rai. Most of farmers sold their products to rice mill.

Developing a Computational Thinking Application for the Computing Science Subject for 10th Grade Students at Rayongwittayakom School

Jarupha U-taitham — 2024-06-22

This research aimed (1) to develop a computational thinking application for computing science subject for grade 10^th students, (2) to test efficiency of the computational thinking application for computing science subject in accordance with E1/E2 criteria, (3) to assess students’ computational thinking skills from using the computational thinking application for computing science subject, and (4) to study students’ learning progress through the use of the computational thinking application for computing science subject. The research sample included 40 grade 10^th students from one structured classroom focusing on science-mathematics, Rayongwittayakom School, selected by a cluster sampling method. The research instruments included (1) the computational thinking application for computing science subject for grade 10^th students, (2) computational thinking skill measurement in the form of an objective test with a short answer, and (3) pretest and posttest in the form of an objective test with 4 possible answers. Statistics used for data analysis were percentage, mean, standard deviation, effectiveness index, and one sample t-test dependent.

The study results revealed that (1) the quality of the content of the computational thinking application for computing science subject for grade 10^th students was at a very good level (=4.81, S.D.=0.24) and the quality of media was at a very good level (=4.83, S.D.=0.18), (2) the efficiency of the computational thinking application for computing science subject in accordance with the E1/E2 criteria was 84.75/84.83, which was higher than the normal criteria of 80/80, (3) the score of the sample’ computational thinking skills was 77.65% which was higher than the criterion of 70%, with statistical significance level of 0.01, and (4) the sample had increased learning progress with the effectiveness index equal to 0.6884 or 68.84%.

Serenade in D minor (Finale) by Antonin Dvorak: An analysis for Conducting

Thanach Chawawisuttikoon — 2024-03-28

This research aimed to analyze the Serenade in D minor (Finale) to provide guidelines for conducting. The research methodology utilized techniques for deconstructing the song's structure from micro-level components, such as the main melody, to macro-level components, including musical form, harmony, and structure. Strategies for conducting and ensemble adjusting were proposed, supplemented by a thorough analysis of the musical content. The research tools included musical scores and a music analysis form. The data analysis method applied inductive qualitative data analysis techniques, considering music theory frameworks combined with interpretive analysis techniques for conducting.

The research findings revealed that the Serenade in D minor (Finale) is primarily in a 2/4 time signature, characterized by a fast and lively rhythm similar to a Polka dance. The main melody is predominantly played by woodwind instruments, with a recommendation for the use of 12 musical instruments in a band. the analysis and guidelines for conducting consisted of 4 key points: 1) Main melody, 2) Musical Form and structure, 3) Harmonization, and 4) Instruments used in the piece. Furthermore, it provides suggestions and solutions to common problems related to controlling the position and posture of the conductor, cueing, and the communication of meaning.