The Management of Student Affairs using Digital Technology based on Ariyasacca IV of Khaothalupittayakom School under the Secondary Educational Service Area Office Surat Thani Chumphon

Abstract

            This research article aims to Study : 1) examine the current conditions of student affairs administration using digital technology; 2) study the guidelines for student affairs administration using digital technology based on Ariyasacca IV; and 3) propose and evaluate the guidelines for student affairs administration using digital technology based on Ariyasacca IV. This study employed a qualitative research methodology, using purposive sampling to select key informants. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with 15 stakeholders. Draft guidelines were developed based on in-depth interviews with 5 experts, and the proposed guidelines were evaluated through a focus group discussion with 7 experts using an evaluation form. Data were analyzed using inductive analysis

            The research results were found as follows:- 1) The current conditions of student affairs administration using digital technology at Khaothalu Phitthayakhom School revealed that digital tools have been systematically utilized for data collection, monitoring, and communication of student information. However, limitations remain due to the parallel use of paper-based and digital systems, resulting in data redundancy and increased workload in data recording and verification. In addition, some personnel have varying levels of digital literacy, along with constraints related to equipment availability and internet stability, which hinder the full efficiency of technology implementation. 2) The study of guidelines for student affairs administration using digital technology based on Ariyasacca IV found that the approach is an integrated management model using digital technology as a foundation. It applies the framework of problem identification, cause analysis, goal setting, and solution development, covering student discipline, morality and ethics development, student support systems, and the promotion of democracy in schools. The approach incorporates digital technology components, including creation, communication, utilization, and evaluation, through platforms such as Google Workspace for Education and a centralized database system to continuously record, analyze, and monitor individual student data. This is implemented under a systematic management process based on the PDCA cycle, with results summarized through digital dashboards to support administrative decision-making. Consequently, the administration becomes systematic, transparent, efficient, and responsive to the context of educationin the digital era. 3) The results of the presentation and evaluation of the proposed guidelines for student affairs administration using digital technology based on Ariyasacca IV at Khaothalu Phitthayakhom School, under the Secondary Educational Service Area Office Surat Thani–Chumphon, indicated that the experts agreed the guidelines are appropriate, feasible, and beneficial for practical implementation in student affairs administration in educational institutions.