Model of Learning Management based on the Threefold Training of Child Development Centers under Local Administrative Organization

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Pongsagon Mongkolmoo, Phramaha Yannawat Thitavaddhano, Peravat Chaisuk, Lampong Klomkul

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This research article aimed to propose a model of learning management based on Threefold Training of child development centers under the local administrative organization. Mixed methods research was designed with three research steps: Step 1 study the condition of learning management according to Threefold Training. A questionnaire was used for collecting data from 602 caregivers of young children. The data were statistically analyzed including percentage, mean and standard deviation. Step 2 developing a model by interviewing 10 key informants with a semi-structured interview. The third step was to propose a model using a focus group discussion of 8 experts. Data were analyzed by content analysis. Results of the study showed that a model of learning management based on Threefold Training of child development centers under the local administrative organization, it is a learning management along with morals and ethics according to Threefold Training principles for preschool children to be children with age characteristics and able to live happily, consisting of 1) principles, 2) objectives, 3) implementation steps according to the PDCA process, and 4) learning management plans according to Threefold Training principles of the child development center under the local government organization with guidelines for learning management according to Threefold Training principles for  early childhood education aged 3-5 years: (1) Activities 6 were movement and rhythm, to enhance experiences, creativity, freedom, outdoors and educational games; (2) Threefold Training principles (precepts, concentration, and wisdom) are behaviors that express self-development according to  Threefold Training principles; 3) Activities, learning content and weekly learning units.  

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