Academic Journal of Thailand National Sports University

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2025-01-26T16:03:56+07:00

Academic Journal of Thailand National Sports University accepts the publication of research articles and academic articles.

Subject areas related to the journal’s theme also include: Sport, Physical Education, Health Promotion, Sports Science, Sport Management, Business in sport, Recreation, Tourism, Education and related fields.

A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON ENERGY EXPENDITURE AND HEART RATE RESPONSE OF OVERWEIGHT BEGINNERS IN TWO DIFFERENT TAI CHI STYLES

2023-10-16T14:54:29+07:00

This study aimed to compare the energy expenditure and exercise intensity of Bafa Wubu Tai Chi (BW-TC) and Traditional He-style Tai Chi (TH-TC) groups during 30 minutes of practice. Twenty eligible participants, aged 18-23 years, with a BMI ranging from 24 to 27.9 kg/m², were divided into BW-TC (n=10) and TH-TC (n=10) groups. Baseline characteristics were measured using a height-weight scale. After two weeks of Tai Chi training, demonstrate the required movements under the guidance of the instructor, then Energy expenditure and exercise intensity were assessed during a 30-minute Tai Chi training session using a heart rate monitor. The measurement tool was the Polar H10 Heart Rate Monitor. Descriptive statistical methods summarized the baseline characteristics of the participants, and an independent samples t-test was used to compare baseline differences between the two Tai Chi groups and assess parameters during the 30-minute Tai Chi practice. Results showed the TH-TC group exhibited significantly higher values than the BW-TC group in maximum heart rate (141.80 ± 10.83 bpm > 117.50 ± 10.97 bpm), average heart rate (115.30 ± 7.21 bpm > 98.80 ± 10.77 bpm), heart rate after 30 minutes of exercise (119.30 ± 13.71 bpm > 100.70 ± 10.54 bpm), energy expenditure (222.30 ± 22.84 Kcal > 184.10 ± 13.41 Kcal), and exercise intensity (5.75 ± 0.66 METs > 4.65 ± 0.40 METs) (p<0.001). Conclusions found that TH-TC resulted in higher energy expenditure and exercise intensity compared to BW-TC. Incorporating TH-TC into exercise programs may offer individuals an effective means to enhance cardiovascular fitness and calorie burning.

EFFECTS OF THAI FOLK GAME PROGRAM ON HEALTH-RELATED PHYSICAL FITNESS AND FUTSAL DRIBBLING SKILL OF ATHLETES AT THE DEMONSTRATION SCHOOL, UNIVERSITY OF PHAYAO

2024-05-01T14:30:40+07:00

The purposes of this study were to study and compare physical fitness and futsal dribbling Skills. The sample was 30 male futsal player. The participants were divided into three groups of ten athletes: the Thai folk game program with ball and no ball group, and ordinary training group. The training group took 60 minutes per days, 3 day per week, for 8 weeks. Using the test of health-related physical fitness and futsal dribbling skill with a validity of 1.00 and reliability of 0.95. The data were analyzed by using mean, standard deviation, Paired sample t-test and one - way ANOVA

The research findings were as follows:

The comparison of physical fitness and futsal dribbling skill within the group before and after training for 8 week found that body mass index, sit and reach, push-ups, 60 seconds sit-ups, 3 minutes step up & down and futsal dribbling skills the statistically difference at the level of 0.05.
There were on differences in comparing physical fitness and futsal dribbling skill between groups before and after training for 8 weeks.

EFFECTS OF AEROBIC TRAINING IN HYPOXIC NORMOBARIC CONDITION ON CHEST EXPANSION PATTERN IN RUGBY FOOTBALL PLAYERS

2023-09-11T11:21:44+07:00

The purpose of this study was to study the effects of aerobic training in hypoxic normobaric conditions for 6 weeks on chest expansion pattern. The participants were separated into 2 groups (9 each) by Purpostive sampling and used Cluster random sampling with VO2max from group 1 was trained in normoxic (20.93%), and group 2 in hypoxic (14.5%-15%), both groups were trained in normobaric condition. All participants were trained by running on treadmill in hypoxic training room (ATS-5HKP 750 SYSTEM, Australia) according to training program. Each participant was analyzed chest expansion pattern, pre and post training, by using Qualisys Track Manager from coordination of 30 chest markers and calculated chest volume based on a geometric shape. Four parts of chest volume; Upper Lung (UL), Lower Lung (LL), Upper abdomen (UA) and Lower Abdomen (LA) and Total Part (TO), were shown in Tidal Volume (TV), Vital Capacity (VC), Inspiratory Capacity (IC), Expiratory Reserve Volume (ERV) and Total Lung Capacity (TLC). The Independent t-test or Mann Whitney U test (U) were used to compare between groups. The result showed the significant differences of TV at UL, the VC at UA, IC at UA, and ERV at TO, therefore the low oxygen condition at normal atmospheric pressure resulted in significantly higher by Group 2 of TV at UL, VC at UA, IC at UA, than those in Group 1 but ERV at TO, significantly lower than Group 1

THE EFFECTS OF RESISTANCE CIRCUIT TRAINING IN HYPOXIA CONDITION ON ANAEROBIC PERFORMANCE

2023-11-27T15:00:11+07:00

The purposes of this research were (1) to compare the effects of resistance circuit training in hypoxic and normoxic conditions on anaerobic performance. (2) to compare the effects of resistance circuit training in hypoxic conditions on anaerobic performance before the training phase, after 4 weeks training phase and after 8 weeks training phase, and (3) to compare the effects of resistance circuit training in normoxic conditions on anaerobic performance before the training, after 4 weeks training phase, and after 8 weeks training phase. The samples were male intermittent sport athletes (including futsal, basketball, and handball athletes), aged 18 - 22 years using multistage sampling in order to obtain a sample size of 24 people. Participants were divided into two groups: experimental group 1 (n = 12) and experimental group 2 (n = 12). Both groups were followed a specific program of 8 weeks and 3 days per week. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze data including mean, standard deviation. Multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) was used in the study. The statistical significance level was set at the .05. The results showed anaerobic performance after 4 weeks training phase and after 8 weeks training phase of both groups were different with no statistical significance. However, when analyzing the variables including before training phase, after 4 weeks training phase and after 8 weeks training phase of both groups, it showed that anaerobic power, anaerobic capacity, fatigue index after 8 weeks training phase of both groups were significantly different from before training phase and after 4 weeks training phase. In conclusion, the resistance circuit training with hypoxic and normoxic conditions can equally improve anaerobic performance

DEVELOPMENT OF INDICATORS FOR SWIMMING REFERESS

2024-02-06T16:48:28+07:00

This purpose of this study was to study the competency of swimming referees. This wa a research and development project using a mixed method research. The semi-structured interview was used as the research instrument, the content validity of which was found at 0.98, and the reliability of which was found at 0.70. he research instrument was also improved before data collection. he in-depth interview was conducted with five key informants by purposive selection. The data analysis was based on competence concept of McClelland, and theoretical research framework, and conducted by a in -depth interviews method with a panel of ten experts for reviewing appropriateness, feasibility and expected benefits.

The results found that:

1. The competency of swimming referees were classified into 2 groups: main and specific competency. The main competency consists of 5 sub - competency. As for specific competency, it consisted of 9 sub - competency.
2. Regarding the results of the creation and development of indicators for the main and specific competency of swimming referees, the indicators of the main and specific competency of swimming referees had 97 indicators. As for the specific competency had 44 indicators.
3. The results of the construct validity of the competency and competency indicators of swimming referees showed that the main competency of swimming referees includes 5 components and 53 indicators (=4.68, S.D. = 0.48) which were appropriate at the highest level. In addition to the specific competency of swimming referees, it covered 9 components and 44 indicators (= 4.58, S.D. = 0.56), which were appropriate at the highest level as well.

EFFECTS OF ADDITIONAL TRAINING WITH ABDOMINAL BRACING TECHNIQUE ON THROWING PERFORMANCE IN MALE TENNIS PLAYERS

2023-06-22T09:25:52+07:00

The main objective of this study was to investigate the effects of 6-weeks additional training with abdominal bracing technique in throwing performance and core stability in male tennis player. Twenty male tennis players aged between 14-18 years with imbalanced muscle condition from Troops tennis academy and Lawn Tennis Association of Thailand (LTAT) were recruited. Participants were randomly assigned into 2 groups. The 1^st group (From troops tennis academy) performed additional training with abdominal bracing 3 times per week with usual training routine, while the 2^nd group performed usual training routine for 6-week. Before and after 6weeks of training, throwing performance and core stability were determined. Data were analyzed by using paired t-test. The results, after 6 weeks of training, Core stability in the Trunk flexor and the trunk lateral flexor (Rt.) group increased significantly (p < .05) in the target group, Throwing performance and core stability in the Trunk lateral flexor (Lt.) group decreased significantly (p <. 05) in the control group. Conclusion A 6-week additional training with abdominal bracing technique is enhancing the balance of core stability and maintaining throwing performance in male tennis player.

THE EFFECTS OF LEG MUSCLE STRENGTH TRAINING AND BALANCE TRAINING ON WALKING SPEED IN CHRONIC ANKLE INSTABILITY

2023-11-08T17:39:04+07:00

Chronic ankle instability causes ankle structural changes, reduced ability to perform activities, and the ability to play sports. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to study the effects of balance training and leg muscle strength training on walking speed in individuals with chronic ankle instability. This research is an experimental study. Sixteen of male participants had a history of chronic ankle instability, were aged between 18 and 21 with the Thai version 2013 Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) score of less than 27 and had no history of ankle sprain within 6 weeks of research participation. They were simple randomized, as well as divided into two experimental groups: the balance training and strength training groups; Research tools were 1) record sheet, 2) Cumberland ankle instability tool (CAIT), 3) Star excursion balance test, 4) Electromyography (EMG), 5) balance board (Kinematic measurement system (KMS) balance and stability test), and 6) Kinematic measurement system (KMS) walking test). All participants were assigned to test muscle function, walking speed, and balance using the star excursion balance test (SEBT) pre-training and post-6 weeks of program training in both experimental groups. Data were analyzed by paired t - test.

The results showed that posterior lateral SEBT tests in weeks 6, and balance tests while closing their eyes in Week 6, had statistically significant increases in both the balance training group and the strength training group (p<0.05). However, only the strength training group showed an improvement in the posterior medial SEBT test (p<0.05). Additionally, the CAIT assessment results improved in both groups with statistical significance (p<0.05) in Weeks 6. The walking speed cannot be increased in both.

Conclusion, the balance training and leg muscle strength training probably help to increase balance of people with chronic ankle instability. Even when practicing only one program but still unable to increase walking speed.

LEARNING EXPERIENCES AND FACTORS THAT INFLUENCED ON LEARNING BADMINTON THROUGH TACTICAL GAME APPROACH TEACHING

2024-01-17T10:38:51+07:00

The objective of this qualitative research is to study the experiences and factors influencing the impact on the learning badminton through tactical game approach teaching. The key informants were 31 graduate students. Data were collected through observation, semi-structured interview, concept maps, and critical incidences. Data were inductively analyzed using a constant comparison method and data triangulation. There were two main topics. The first topic focuses on the learning experiences of badminton through tactical game approach teaching. It includes positive experiences such as (1) improved understanding of badminton gameplay strategies and (2) enjoyment of class competition. Negative experiences involve disappointment or frustration with competition results. The second topic is related factors influencing the teaching of badminton in a tactical context. It includes supportive factors for teaching badminton in a tactical context such as (1) classmates helping each other, (2) enjoyable learning form tactical game play, (3) diverse and enjoyable learning activities, and (4) effective feedback. Obstacles to learning badminton in a tactical context include (1) class schedules conflicting with days off, leading to discontinuous learning, (2) poor fundamental skills affecting strategic gameplay, (3) hot and poorly ventilated badminton courts, and (4) inadequate badminton court facilities.

FACTORS AFFECTING THE JUDGMENT OF THE THAI LEAGUE 3 FOOTBALL REFEREES

2024-04-03T14:20:34+07:00

The objective of this research was to study and predict Factors Affecting the Judgment of the Thai League 3 Football Referees. The population of this research were 628 current Referee of the Football Association of Thailand under Royal Patronage, and 250 samples were obtained using a multi-stage sampling method. There were 7 variables in this research. The research instrument used was a questionnaire on Factors Affecting the Judgment of the Thai League 3. Content validity is 0.96 and reliability is 0.95. The questionnaire asked questions on a 1-5 level rating scale, comprising 7 variable aspects: football field safety for competitions; safety of referees; football players; team manager, coach and team staff; cheering team; referee payment; and media and news. The statistics used in the data analysis were: frequency distribution; percentage; mean; standard deviation; Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient; and Stepwise Multiple Regression Analysis (to test the hypothesis). The statistical significance was set at the .01 level.

The results of this research found that: 1) The factor of football field safety for competitions; safety of referees’; football players; team manager, coach and team staff; cheering team; referee payment; and media and news These seven factors had a statistically significant positive correlation at the .01 level. and 2) there were 3 factors affecting the decision of the Thai League 3 referees, media and news, referee payment, football players These three factors can together predict the decision of the Thai League 3 football referees by 71.80 percent, and the coefficients of the predictive variables have been written into the equation in the form of raw scores as follows: Y^/ = 32.954 + 0.608(X₇) + 0.539(X₆) + 0.414(X₃) and in the form of a standard score is Z^/_Y = 0.240(ZX₇) + 0.165(ZX₆) + 0.205(ZX₃)

It is suggested that, These 7 factors: affecting the decision of referees, by association; football club and Competition organizer cooperate in promoting and development team manager, coach and team staff; football players; cheering team; and media and news have knowledge of competition rules and good manners. Along with good welfare and safety of referees. To have standards and more efficient.

PROBLEMS AND GUIDELINES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF PENCAK SILAT TRAINING FOR ATHLETES OF THAILAND NATIONAL SPORTS UNIVERSITY, YALA CAMPUS

2023-10-03T16:04:51+07:00

Sports training is essential in developing athletes towards excellence. This research aims to study problems and guidelines for developing Pencak Silat sports training of athletes. National Sports University, Yala Campus. The sample consisted of Pencak Silat athlete sports trainer sports office personnel A total of 76 teachers and instructors were selected by purposive sampling. The research tools were questionnaires and interviews in 7 aspects: management Sports Instructor Athlete Training Athlete's health Venue and training equipment and teaching management questionnaire and interview form had validity values (Validity) for both versions equal to 0.86 and 0.89 confidence values. (Reliability) is equal to 0.90 and 0.95 respectively. Data were analyzed by percentage, mean and standard deviation and content analysis The results of the research revealed 1) Problems in practicing Panchak Silat sports. Overall, there were moderate sports training problems, an average of 3.46. The most problematic aspect was the management aspect, which had a high level of 3.66, followed by teaching and learning management, which had a high level of 3.62 and Pencak Silat athletes which had a high level of 3.59. There should be a management system for sports practice consistent with teaching and learning, creating attitudes, life skills, social skills, and ethics for athletes. Adjust training plans that link sports trainers. Instructors and athletes develop the potential of sports coaches, and the performance of athletes continuously focuses on nutrition weight control Motivation to study and practice sports. Set guidelines for measuring and evaluating academic results that are conducive to athletes. and determine the number of sports practice hours in place of the number of hours participating in the activities of the Faculty and Campus.

DEVELOPMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION LEARNING MANAGEMENT MODEL FOR ENHANCING THE COMPETENCY OF STUDENTS AT THAILAND NATIONAL SPORTS UNIVERSITY

2023-09-05T16:07:14+07:00

The objectives of this research were to study the problem of student competence, and to find learning management in Physical education guidelines for enhancing student competence. The research procedures were divided into 3 steps: 1) Study the problem and learner competency from concepts, theories and related articles, and semi – structured interview of 10 experts, 2)to analyze questions in the questionnaire by using the Modified Delphi technique from the opinions of 19 experts and 3) to evaluate and confirm the development of a learning management model from the same set of 10 experts.

The research results were found that 1. There were still many problems at Thailand National Sports University i.e., physical education instructors were not sufficient to manage learning and had less experience in teaching, resulting in inadequate activities in the learning process for learners. Regarding support, digital media was still incomplete and insufficient for personnel. The curriculum needs to be improved and developed. The executives should have to review to have a system that is possible 2. the appropriate learner competencies from the synthesis of documents confirmed by experts consisted of 6 aspects: 1) communication and use of technology 2) morality and ethics 3) knowledge and academics 4) personality, interpersonal relationships, and responsibilities 5) Physical education skills and 6) Research 3. The form of learning management was accepted by experts. Those involved in physical education were found to be the most appropriate for all 6 components, 64 indicators: including 1) Physical education curriculum 2) Management resources 3) Management 4) Learning Process 5) Measurement and Evaluation and 6) Learning outcomes and get a possible model that can be used in best practice at Thailand National Sports University.

THE MODEL OF PHYSICAL FITNESS PROMOTION FOR ELDERLY USING FOLK PLAYS IN THE LOWER NORTHEASTERN OF THAILAND

2023-12-26T14:30:11+07:00

The purposes of this study were 1) to analyze folk plays affecting toward physical fitness of the elderly, and 2) to create a physical fitness promotion for the elderly model. The research instruments were 1) folk plays in lower Northeastern affecting toward physical fitness of the elderly evaluation form and 2) physical fitness promotion for the elderly model evaluation form. The collected data were analyzed by assessing the index of content validity by 3 experts. The findings were as follows: 1) the folk plays that affect Cardiorespiratory Endurance were Soeng sa nai exercise and Tangwai exercise, and Muscular Strength and Endurance was Applied Esan folk dance. The folk plays that affect Flexibility were Applied Esan folk dance and Glong Toom dance. The folk plays that affect Agility and Balance were Applied Esan folk dance, Soeng sa nai Exercise, Tangwai exercise, Pleng Korat dance and Glong Toom dance. The folk plays that affect Body Composition were Applied Esan folk dance, Soeng sa nai exercise, Tangwai exercise, Pleng Korat dance, and Glong Toom dance. 2) The model of physical fitness promotion for the elderly is composted by 2 parts including 1) Applied lower Northeastern folk plays exercise is composted by 9 postures; Wai, Suang ruea, Jaw ruea, Lop leag, Ma si ma ram, Nok yung ram pan hang, Si da len nam, Jib muan and pra jan ban; and 2) Rhythm song is composted by 4 lower Northeastern folk songs such as 1) Pleng Korat, 2) Kantruem, 3) Tangwai, and 4) Gloong Toom. This model was approved by experts and it concluded that the program could improve Cardio-respiratory endurance, Muscular strength and endurance, Flexibility, Agility and Balance, and Body composition of the Elderly. The Index of content validity = .96

MOTIVATION FOR PLAYING WOODBALL IN THAI WOODBALL PLAYERS

2023-06-22T09:26:05+07:00

The objective of this research was to study the motivations for playing Woodball in Thai Woodball players in 5 factors; contact to others, fun, demonstrating physical competence through skill mastery, fitness and body image, sense of accomplishment, and competitive experiences. It also investigated the aspect of competition experience. In total, there were 6 factors that affect behaviour of playing Woodball in Woodball players. The research methodology used in this study is quantitative research. The sample used in this research was a Woodball player under the Sports Authority of Thailand (2021) in the amount of 444 people. A questionnaire was used as a research tool, and the data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis.

The finding of the study suggested that: the playing behavior of a Woodball player had an average score of 4.08, indicating a high level. Motivation to play sports had 5 factors, with an average score of 4.41, indicating the highest level. Regression analysis using the Enter method, with 6 independent variables consisting of 5 motivational factors and one variable representing athletes' experience, found that there were 5 variables significantly influenced the playing behavior of a Woodball player. These variables included fun, sense of accomplishment, fitness and body image, demonstrating physical competence through skill mastery, and competition experience, with statistical significance at the 0.05. Based on these findings, it is suggested to further investigate the factors that contribute to the development of skills for successful Woodball playing.

THE EFFECTS OF PSYCHO-INTELLECTUAL ACTIVE SUPHANBURI COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS

2024-04-24T11:04:18+07:00

The purposes of this study were to study and compare the self-esteem of students before and after organizing contemplative activities. The sample group consisted of 20 students studying sports for health in the final part of 2nd semester, the academic year 2023. The instruments used to collect data were 1) a mental activity plan and 2) a self-esteem assessment form. Statistics analyzed the data, percentage, mean, standard deviation, Cronbach's alpha coefficient, independent t-test, content analysis and comparing the means before and after the experiment using the t-test (paired samples t-test). The significant difference level was set at the .05 level.

Results were found that: -

The assessment form for disposal activities on contemplative thinking is appropriate at the highest level with a total mean of 4.69±0.19.
Assessment of pride of students who received contemplative activities 20 items. The researchers developed it as a quality assessment that can be used. It has a content reliability value of 0.66-1.00 and a reliability value of 0.97.
Comparison of students' self-esteem before and after disposal of contemplative activities was found there is a difference of means after the experiment than before the experiment of recipients of mental-intellectual activities statistically significant at 0.05.

PHYSICAL FITNESS OF PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS GRADE 4 – 6 IN CHIANG KHAN PATHUMMA SONGKRAW KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL UNDER THE OFFICE OF LOEI PRIMARY EDUCATION DISTRICT OFFICE 1

2023-12-26T15:54:59+07:00

The purposes were to assess physical fitness and compare physical fitness to the standard criteria for Chiang Khan Pathumma Songkraw Kindergarten School under the Office of Loei Primary Education District Office 1. Participants consisted of 266 grade 4–6 and age 10–12 years (124 males and 142 females) students who enrolled for the 2022 academic year and were purposively sampled. The research instrument was the physical fitness test measurements for age 7–12 years students comprised five tests: body mass index, sit and reach, 30 seconds modified push-ups, 60 seconds sit-ups, and 3 minutes step-ups and down. Mean and standard deviation were calculated for all variables and compared with the Thai student’s physical fitness criteria by the Department of Physical Education, Ministry of Tourism and Sports, Thailand.

The results revealed as follows: 1. BMI of male primary school students aged 10–12 years in grades 4, 5, 6 were 18.48, 20.45 and 19.30 Kg/m², respectively, and were at appropriate level compared with criteria. BMI of female primary school students grade 4, 5, and 6 were 18.30, 18.30 and 18.06 Kg/m², respectively, and were also at appropriate criteria. 2. Concerning physical fitness levels of male primary school students in the 4, 5 and 6 grades age 10-12 years, sit and reach were 5.97, 6.47 and 5.76 centimeters, respectively, and were at moderate and low level. 30 seconds modified push-ups were 31.30, 27.06 and 25.84 times, and were at excellent and moderate level. 60 seconds sit-ups were 29.69, 30.06 and 25.84 times and were at good and moderate level. 3 minutes step-ups and down were 202.67, 170.22 and 172.64 times and were at excellent level. Regarding female students, sit and reach of students in the grades 4, 5,6 were 5.75, 5.71 and 5.84 centimeters, respectively, and were at moderate and low level. 30 seconds modified push-ups were 25.69, 26.83 and 25.71 times, and were at good level. 60 seconds sit-ups were 27.36, 30.29 and 27.94 times, and were at good and moderate level. 3 minutes step-ups and down were 190.73, 176.10 and 172.39 times, and were at excellent level.

EFFECTS OF CO - 5 STEPS TEACHING APPROACH ON SOCIAL STUDIES, RELIGION CULTURE ESSENCE GROUP LEARNING ACHIEVEMENT AND ACTIVE CITIZENS OF GRADE 5 STUDENTS

2024-01-15T14:09:43+07:00

Purpose:1) compare the learning achievements of the social studies, history, and culture subject group of students in Grade 5 before and after receiving the 5-step collaborative learning method 2) compare the academic achievement of the Social Studies, Religion, and Culture learning group of students in Grade 5 after receiving a 5 steps collaborative learning process with an average score of 70 percent and 3) study the strong citizenship of primary school students in Grade 5 after studying with 5 steps of collaborative learning. The sample group in this research was Grade 5 students at Kuaninnimit School, under the jurisdiction of the Phatthalung Primary Educational Service Area Office 1, Semester 1, academic year 2021, 20 people were drawn from random groups using the classrooms as units of randomization. The tools used in the research include 1) a five – step Collaborative learning plan, 2) an academic achievement test, 3) a situational measure for measuring strong citizenship. Data were analyzed by averaging. Standard deviation use basic statistics and t - test Dependent.

Research results: 1) Academic achievement of students after studying higher than before studying statistically significant at the .05 level. 2) The academic achievement of students was at a level above 70 percent. 3) Strong citizenship and good citizenship of students were very good.

OBSTACLES AND SUGGESTIONS FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ELDERLY EXERCISE PROMOTION PROJECT OF PUBLIC HEALTH STAFF IN SURAT THANI PROVINCE

2023-11-06T17:51:54+07:00

The purpose of this research is to study and compare obstacles and suggestions in project implementation the exercise promotion program for the elderly among public health personnel in Surat Thani Province. The sample group used in this research was 309 Surat Thani provincial public health personnel drawn by stratified random sampling from public health personnel in Surat Thani Province, 19 districts, 1,340 people. Research tools was a questionnaire for obstacles and suggestions for the implementation of the exercise promotion program of the elderly among public health personnel in Surat Thani Province. Including 5 aspects 1) Personnel aspect 2) Project participants aspect 3) Facilities aspect 4) Project management aspect and
5) Management aspect. Precision value and confidence value at 1.00. Data were analyzed by using frequency distribution and analysis One-way variance and t-value. The research results found that 1. Obstacles in implementing the project to promote exercise for the elderly among public health personnel. Surat Thani Province Overall, it is at a moderate level. When comparing opinions on obstacles in project implementation, it was found that between females and males and between different work experiences There was a significant difference in opinion at .05. 2. Suggestions for implementing the project to promote exercise for the elderly among public health personnel. Surat Thani Province mostly encounters obstacles in terms of community coordination. and the families of the elderly do not cooperate in picking up and dropping off the elderly for exercise activities. Including equipment facilities and places to organize activities.

EFFECTS OF JUGGLING BALL TRAINING ON EYE - HAND COORDINATION IN LOWER SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

2024-04-22T17:15:17+07:00

This study aimed to examine the effects of juggling ball training on eye-hand coordination of lower secondary school student. A total of 50 students, who demonstrated eye-hand coordination scores below 15 or needed improvement, were selected, and divided into the experimental (n=25) and control (n=25) groups. The research tools were a juggling ball training program (IOC=1.00) and the Alternate Hand Wall Toss Test (IOC=1.00) for the assessment of eye-hand coordination. The experimental group underwent an 8-week juggling ball training program, with three 40-minute sessions per week. Mean scores, standard deviations, and t-test comparisons were calculated and analyzed.

The result showed that the experimental group exhibited a statistically significant increase in mean eye-hand coordination scores post-intervention compared to their pre-intervention scores (p<.01). Additionally, the experimental group showed higher mean eye-hand coordination scores than the control group post-intervention (p<.01). This study suggests that juggling ball training can effectively improve eye-hand coordination among lower secondary school students with suboptimal coordination skills.

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE ROLES OF THE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR AND PREPARATION SKILLS AGREEMENT TO DEVELOP THE WORK OF TEACHER IN THE EASTERN EDUCATION INNOVATION AREA

2023-12-05T11:15:28+07:00

The research aims to study 1) the role of educational administrators in pilot secondary schools in the Eastern Region Educational Innovation Area. 2) the skills of creating agreements for developing the work of teachers in pilot secondary schools in the Eastern Region Educational Innovation Area, and 3) the relationship between roles. Of school administrators with skills in creating agreements to develop the work of teachers in pilot secondary schools in the Eastern Education Innovation Area, The sample group used in the research included school administrators and teachers. The secondary school's pilot educational innovation area, 292 students, was obtained by stratified random sampling. The research tools used were research questionnaires. The confidence value is 0.88 and 0.95. Statistics used in data analysis include percentage, mean, standard deviation, Chi-square, and Pearson correlation coefficient. The study results revealed as follows: (1) The role of educational institution administrators in the Eastern Education Innovation Area Overall, is at a high level. (2) Skills in creating agreements to develop the work of teachers in the Eastern Education Innovation Area. Overall, it is at a high level and (3) school administrators role is related to creating agreements to develop the work of teachers in the Eastern Education Innovation Area. The picture is at a high level of statistical significance at the .01 level.

PROBLEMS AND SUGGESTIONS FOR HEALTHY SPORTS PROMOTION IN OPPORTUNITY-EXPANSION SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KRABI PROVINCE

2023-12-05T13:59:14+07:00

This study aimed to investigate the problems and suggestions for healthy sports promotion in opportunity-expansion secondary schools in Krabi Province and set guidelines problems of healthy sports promotion in opportunity-expansion secondary schools in Krabi Province, between school sizes and work experience classified by school sizes Small, medium and large sizes and work experiences. Quantitative data were collected There are 30 Heads of Student Affairs, 30 Heads of Health and Physical Education, and 42 Physical Education Teachers. from 102 participants. The research instrument was a questionnaire Closed-ended question format on problems and suggestions for healthy sports promotion in opportunity-extension secondary Schools in Krabi Province in 4 aspects: 1) Venues, equipment, and facilities, 2) Sports promotion personnel, 3) Budget, and 4) Management. Qualitative data were derived from 10 administrators (males = 5/ females = 5) of opportunity expansion schools in Krabi Province. The research instrument was an interview on problems of healthy sports promotion in opportunity-expansion secondary schools in Krabi Province. Statistical data analysis used in the study comprised percentage, mean, standard deviation, and One-Way ANOVA analysis.

The findings showed that problems of healthy sports promotion in opportunity-expansion secondary schools in Krabi Province were at a highest level. When comparing the problems of healthy sports promotion in opportunity-extension secondary Schools in Krabi, it revealed statistical differences among the different sizes of schools and those with different work experiences at a significance level of .05.

PROBLEMS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION LEARNING MANAGEMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHERS UNDER THE PHUKET PRIMARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AREA OFFICE

2023-06-28T17:21:37+07:00

This research aimed to investigate and to compare problems in learning management of physical education teachers under the Phuket Primary Educational Service Area Office (Phuket PESAO). The participants, classified by sex and teaching experiences, were a total of 49 people. The data collection was by mixed methods research. The quantitative data were from 41 PE teachers under the Phuket PESAO. The instrument was a questionnaire on the problems in the PE learning management of PE teachers under the Phuket PESAO in 5 aspects: 1) problems in learning management, 2) locations and teaching aids for learning management, 3) learners, 4) PE teachers, and 5) administrators. The qualitative data were derived from 8 PE teachers at professional and senior professional levels under the Phuket PESAO. The instrument was an interview on the problems in PE learning management of PE teachers under the Phuket PESAO. Statistical data analysis consisted of percentage, mean, standard deviation, independent t - test, and one - way analysis of variance (ANOVA). The statistical significance was set at the .05 level.

The findings revealed that, overall, the problems in PE learning management of PE teachers under the Phuket PESAO were at a moderate level. The results of comparisons, overall, on problems in PE learning management of PE teachers under the Phuket PESAO, in terms of sex and teaching experiences, were not different.

LEARNING RESULTS WITH M-LEARNING LESSONS ON PORTABLE DEVICES IN LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION FOR TEACHERS SUBJECT TO IMPROVE LEARNING ACHIEVEMENT OF SECOND - YEAR STUDENTS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION, THAILAND NATIONAL SPORTS UNIVERSITY LAMPANG CAMPUS

2024-02-08T09:36:23+07:00

The purposes of this research were 1) to develop M-learning lessons on portable devices in language and communication for teachers subject 2) to compare learning achievements before and after learning with M-learning lessons on portable devices. 3) to study student satisfaction with M-learning lessons on portable devices. The samples were 30 second-year students in Physical Education, Thailand National Sports University, Lampang Campus, by cluster random sampling. Research tools were 1) M-Learning lesson assessment on mobile devices language and communication subjects for teachers 2) learning achievement test 3) Satisfaction questionnaire. The statistics used in the research were mean, standard deviation, and t-test dependent.

The results showed that 1) M - learning lessons on portable devices in language and communication for teachers subject. It consists of 6 learning units. The overall quality of the lessons was at the highest level. (= 4.83, S.D. = 0.19) The lesson design was at the highest level. (= 4.64, S.D. = 0.42) and efficiency (E1/E2) equals 80.02/86.44 which meets the specified criteria of 80/80. S.D 2) The posttest score significantly higher than the pretest score at .05 level. 3) Student satisfaction with portable devices in language and communication for teachers subject. Overall, it was at the highest level. (= 4.73, S.D. = 0.44)

BEYOND THE FIELD: MIGRATION, MENTAL HEALTH, AND RETIREMENT EXPERIENCES OF AFRICAN FOOTBALLERS IN THAILAND

2024-04-11T15:55:29+07:00

Retiring from professional sports marks a significant life transition for athletes, often accompanied by complex emotions. This phenomenological case study explores the experiences of ten professional African football migrants who retired in Thailand. It examines their reasons for retiring abroad, the legal and structural barriers they encounter, and mental health challenges faced during the integration process. Data for the study was gathered through semi-structured interviews with both retired African players and those in the retirement process, all holding permanent residency in Thailand.

The study underscores the time-consuming nature of cultural adjustment and integration for sports migrants, with language barriers, cultural disparities, and social adaptation posing significant challenges. Retired athletes, especially, face concerns regarding access to healthcare, insurance coverage, and specialized medical care. These issues are particularly pronounced for African sports migrants in Thailand, who also grapple with legal and immigration matters such as visa regulations and work permits. Despite these challenges, the African community in Thailand provides vital social support networks, fostering a sense of belonging and mitigating psychological stressors associated with retirement and life in a new country. However, retired athletes encounter obstacles in obtaining legal residency, with age restrictions for retirement visas which limits employment opportunities. The paper concludes with policy recommendations for local stakeholders supporting migrant players as they transition out of professional sport.

LOW CARBON CONCEPT FOR SUSTAINABLE TOURISM MANAGEMENT

2024-02-05T10:58:26+07:00

Sustainable tourism is the principle of management aligned with sustainable development goals. The long-standing development of tourism in Thailand has resulted in both positive and negative impacts on social, economic, and environmental dimensions.

This academic article aims to propose the concept of low carbon tourism management for the development of sustainable tourism. It includes the following six steps: 1) Awareness of Environment Nurturing; 2) Low Carbon Accessibility regarding the access and the transportation systems to the tourist destinations focusing on energy-saving system, alternative energy usage, greenhouse gas emission reduction, and environment conservation; 3) Low Carbon Accommodation in terms of encouraging accommodation providers to adopt environmentally friendly practices, reducing energy consumption, using renewable energy, and choosing locally sourced products; 4) Low Carbon Attraction regarding the tourist attraction management in a conservation-oriented manner; 5) Low Carbon Activities promoting tourism activities with minimal impact on natural resources; and 6) Low Carbon Amenities including impact on environmentally friendly services and the recyclable material usage promotion.

This article introduces a six-step framework promoting the low carbon tourism management to develop and strengthen the sustainable tourism emphasizing the conservation of the environment in Thailand.