Journal of Research and Innovation for Sustainability (JRIS)

SMART PUBLIC MANAGEMENT FOR DRIVING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS): THE ROLE AND PRACTICES OF PUBLIC SECTOR ORGANIZATIONS IN NAKHON SI THAMMARAT PROVINCE

Yuppamart Suksai — 2026-01-17

This study explores the use of smart public management to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in public sector organizations. Although both concepts are of global importance, there is a lack of in-depth understanding of their practical integration, especially in a local context. This qualitative case study therefore aims to explore the roles and practices of public sector organizations in Nakhon Si Thammarat province in using smart public governance to implement the SDGs. The research used purposive sampling to collect data from 23 key informants through in-depth interviews and document analysis. The data was then subjected to qualitative content analysis to identify key themes.

The results show that smart public administration is a strategic tool that enables a data-driven approach to policy formulation and efficient resource management. In addition, the study found that technology plays an important role in improving collaboration and integrating the SDGs into the core missions of these organizations. However, the study also identified key enablers of SDG implementation, such as leadership support and staff digital skills, as well as significant barriers, including budget constraints and staff resistance to change.

This study concludes that the success of integrating smart public management for sustainable development is highly dependent on a nuanced understanding of the local context and organizational readiness. The results provide valuable insights for policy makers, helping them to improve local governance and drive sustainable development more effectively.

SCHOOL-BASED CURRICULUM DESIGN OF ASEAN CULTURE BASED ON PIAGET'S CONSTRUCTIVIST THEORY

Huang Xuanning — 2026-01-17

This study explores the application of Piaget's constructivist theory in designing a school-based curriculum for ASEAN Culture, specifically targeting Chinese language majors at Guangxi University of Foreign Languages. The research objectives are threefold: (1) to explore school-based curriculum design methods based on Piaget's constructivist theory combined with Taylor's curriculum model, (2) to develop a practical ASEAN Culture curriculum that enhances students' intercultural cognitive skills, and (3) to construct a diversified course evaluation system. Employing a quantitative research design, the study collected data from 200 Chinese language major students and 10 teachers through interviews and classroom observations during the 2024-2025 academic year. The curriculum was structured around three core modules: "Understanding ASEAN," "ASEAN Cultural Diversity," and "ASEAN-Chinese Cultural Exchanges," incorporating project-based learning, case studies, and cross-cultural experiences. Research findings indicate high student engagement (mean = 4.63) and positive teacher evaluations, with 74.73% of teachers rating the curriculum as "very compliant" with educational objectives. The diversified evaluation system, combining formative (60%) and summative (40%) assessments, effectively measured students' knowledge construction and competency development. This study demonstrates that integrating Piaget's constructivist theory with school-based curriculum design significantly enhances students' intercultural communication abilities and provides a practical framework for cultivating internationalized talents in higher education institutions.

SCHOOL-BASED CURRICULUM DESIGN OF "SOUTHEAST ASIAN LITERATURE" BASED ON STENHOUSE'S PROCESS MODEL CURRICULUM THEORY

Han Lu — 2026-01-17

This study explores the design of a school-based curriculum for the History of Southeast Asian Literature course, grounded in Stenhouse's Process Model of Curriculum Theory. The research addresses three primary objectives: (1) to develop a curriculum framework that integrates the goal orientation of Tyler's model with the openness of Stenhouse's process model, establishing a two-tier structure comprising core literacy goals and a dynamic adjustment mechanism; (2) to construct and implement a three-stage teaching model—"thematic inquiry, cultural comparison, and critical reflection"—aimed at fostering students' intercultural competence in analyzing the cultural hybridity of Southeast Asian literature; and (3) to design a diversified course evaluation system by integrating formative and summative assessment dimensions.

The research employs qualitative and quantitative methods, including questionnaire surveys, in-depth interviews, and classroom observations. The study was conducted at the School of Literature, Guangxi University of Foreign Languages, targeting 200 undergraduate students majoring in Chinese Language and Literature (Class of 2022) and 10 faculty members teaching the course during the 2024-2025 academic year. Data collection focused on student learning needs, teaching practices, and curriculum evaluation effectiveness.

Findings indicate that the integrated curriculum framework successfully balances pre-set learning objectives with generative, student-centered learning processes. The three-stage teaching model effectively enhanced students' cross-cultural sensitivity and critical thinking skills, particularly when analyzing literary works such as the Ramayana adaptations and Malaysian Chinese literature. Classroom observations confirmed progressive improvement in students' ability to engage with complex cultural identity issues. The diversified evaluation system, combining process-oriented assessments (attendance, group presentations, information retrieval) with summative examinations, provided comprehensive measurement of student learning outcomes. Teacher interviews validated the curriculum's effectiveness in promoting intercultural understanding and professional development. The study demonstrates that Stenhouse's Process Model offers a robust theoretical framework for developing literature courses emphasizing inquiry-based learning and cultural dialogue in multicultural educational contexts.

A COMPARISON OF THAI LANGUAGE LEARNING ACHIEVEMENT ON THE TOPIC OF SPELLING RULES BY USING THE RASEP MODEL LEARNING MANAGEMENT OF GRADE 3 STUDENTS AT CHIANG MAI KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL

Phongsakorn Phuphanin — 2026-01-17

This research aims to 1) compare the achievement in Thai language on the topic of spelling rules using the RASEP Model learning management of Grade 3 students at Chiang Mai Kindergarten School before and after studying and 2) study the satisfaction of Grade 3 students with the RASEP Model learning management. A quasi-experimental research design using a single experimental group to measure the results before and after the experiment. The target group was 26 Grade 3/8 students at Chiang Mai Kindergarten School by simple random selection. The research instruments were 1) RASEP Model learning management plan 2) Thai language achievement test on spelling rules and
3) Student satisfaction questionnaire with the learning management. The statistics used in the research were mean, standard deviation, percentage, and t-test.

The results of the research found that 1) The achievement in Thai language on the topic of spelling rules using the RASEP Model learning management of Grade 3 students at Chiang Mai Kindergarten School after studying was higher than before studying. Statistically significant at the .05 level 2) The satisfaction of Grade 3 primary school students towards the RASEP Model learning management was at a high level.

THE ANALYSIS OF THE UNIT COST PRODUCTION FOR GRADUATES, COLLEGE OF SOCIAL COMMUNICATION INNOVATION, SRINAKHARINWIROT UNIVERSITY

Woratad Wattanacheewanopakorn — 2026-01-17

This research aimed to (1) analyze the expenditures, (2) analyze the unit cost per student, and (3) analyze the return on investment in undergraduate student production at the College of Social Communication Innovation, Srinakharinwirot University. This quantitative research utilized averaged data over three academic years (2021-2023), including budget revenues and expenses, Full-Time Equivalent Students (FTES), number of courses, and personnel data.

The findings revealed that (1) the total cost of graduate production was 87,559,000 baht, with major expenditure proportions from investment budget (28.55%) and personnel budget (25.01%), (2) the average cost per student was 70,755.32 baht, and the cost per credit was 78,678.53 baht, (3) the college generated a net revenue of 63,441,000 baht with a Return on Investment (ROI) of 72.5%, demonstrating efficient financial management, primarily supported by internal revenue budget (95.36%).

The research results can be applied to strategic planning for cost management, resource allocation, and educational management efficiency improvement at the college. Additionally, these findings provide valuable information for educational quality assurance and future policy decision-making.

QUALITY OF LIFE OF ELDERLY LIVING ALONE NAFAI SUBDISTRICT, MUANG CHAIYAPHUM DISTRICT CHAIYAPHUM PROVINCE

Warawut Mahamit — 2026-01-17

This Research Aimed to: Quality of Life of Elderly Living Alone Nafai subdistrict, Muang Chaiyaphum District Chaiyaphum Province. The Sample Consisted of Elderly Aged 60 Years and Over, define a specific sample (Purposive Sampling) by specifying important inclusion criteria: Is an elderly person who lives alone There were a total of 52 people and a questionnaire was used as a tool to collect data. and analyzed the data with descriptive statistics using numbers, frequencies, percentages, and means to describe the nature of the data.

The results of the study found that the majority of the sample were female. Accounting for 67.3 percent, age between 60-69 years, accounting for 53.8 percent, most had marital status. Accounting for 55.8 percent, most education was at the primary level. Accounting for 59.6 percent, most occupations are farmers. Accounting for 48.1 percent, most had an average monthly income in the range of less than 5,000-baht, accounting for 80.8 percent. Results of the study of the quality of life of the elderly who live alone. Both physical, mental, and social relationships and environmental is at a moderate level.