DEVELOPMENT OF A MANAGEMENT MODEL FOR ATHLETES OF THE ATHLETICS ASSOCIATION OF THAILAND
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This research is a study to develop a management model for athletes of the Athletics Association of Thailand using EDFR (Ethnographic Delphi Futures Research). This research aims to 1) study the management model of athletes, 2) develop a management model for athletes, and 3) evaluate the quality of the management model for athletes. The first phase involved reviewing related literature to synthesize variables for study and creating semi-structured interview tools. The quality of these tools was verified through the IOC, with a value between 0.6 - 1.00, before interviewing 7 experts. Inductive data analysis finds elements and indicators of model. Phase 2 research, model development by asking 17 experts, the instrument was a 5-level rating scale questionnaire that was developed from collecting data in interviews. The experts answered the questionnaire, expressed their opinions and confirmed the answers. Data were analyzed for consistency and differences. By finding the median and the 1st, 3rd interquartile range, the research results found that Experts agreed on a median of 4.00-5.00 and interquartile range of 0.00-1.00. Phase 3 research, model confirmation by 11 experts with group discussions the research results found that Consensus from focus groups the Athletics Association of Thailand's athlete management model consists of 8 aspects: 1) Planning, 2) Recruiting, 3) Athletes' specific skills, 4) Innovation, 5) Training and development, 6) Motivation, 7) Athlete retention, 8) Budget, with a total of 27 components, 113 indicators, and eight additional recommendations.
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