The Participation of Learning Management of Phitsanulok Science Centre for Education

Abstract

This study aimed to examine: (1) the level of participation in learning management by educational network partners of the Phitsanulok Science Centre for Education; (2) the outcomes and collaborative efforts in learning management; and (3) the participatory approaches for educational engagement among the partners involved. The target population comprised administrators of provincial and district learning promotion offices, government school teachers, Non-Formal and Informal Education (NFE) teachers, Community Learning Center (CLC) instructors, and teachers for students with disabilities across four provinces: Phitsanulok, Phetchabun, Uttaradit, and Sukhothai. A total of 236 participants were selected. Data were collected using a questionnaire and analyzed using basic statistics such as frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and t-tests.

The results revealed that the overall level of participation by the network partners was high, particularly in receiving benefits from educational activities, followed by participation in decision-making, implementation, and evaluation, respectively. The demand for participation in learning activities was also high. Activities that attracted significant interest included planetarium programs, academic services, exhibitions, educational events, and science camps. The participation in learning management was diverse and aligned with the needs of learners at different stages of life, through a variety of engaging activities and educational media. These initiatives emphasized the development of imagination, life skills, and scientific innovation. The Phitsanulok Science Centre for Education is thus considered a vital learning resource that effectively responds to public needs and fosters knowledge integration for the country’s sustainable development.