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A Comparison of Metadiscourse Markers Used in English Research Article Introduction and Literature Review Sections Across Two Disciplines
No full text The purposes of this study were 1) to investigate the Metadiscourse Markers used in Humanities and Social Sciences English research articles published in Naresuan University (NU) Journals, 2) to investigate the Metadiscourse Markers used in Science and Technology English research articles published in NU Journals, and 3) to compare the Metadiscourse Markers used in English research articles between these two disciplines. Hyland’s (2005a) Metadiscourse Markers (MDMs) model was the main framework employed in this study, consisting of two major categories of MDMs, namely interactive and interactional categories. The interactive category includes Transitions (TR), Frame Markers (FM), Endophoric Markers (ED), Evidential Markers (EV), and Code glosses (CD). The interactional category includes Hedges (HE), Boosters (BO), Attitude Markers (AM), Engagement Markers (EM), and Self-mentions (SM). The data were a total of 40 datasets of written texts in the introduction and literature review sections published in NU Journals. 20 datasets were from Humanities and Social Sciences English research articles, and the other 20 datasets were from Science and Technology English research articles. They both were purposively selected from NU Journals between 2019 and 2022. The MDMs were collected and analyzed based on Hyland’s (2005a) taxonomy of Metadiscourse. The findings revealed that both disciplinary authors tended to employ MDMs almost equally in research articles. However, when comparing the two types of MDMs, authors in the Science and Technology field employed Interactive MDMs more frequently, whereas authors in Humanities and Social Sciences used Interactional MDMs more often. These findings are relevant for the teaching of research writing, highlighting that academic authors should pay attention to the conventions of MDM usage in different disciplines.
Keywords: Metadiscourse Markers, Discourse Analysis, Academic Writing, Research Article
The Development of a SMART Suburban Transit System for Public Transportation Service Providers and Services Users in Chiang Mai
No full text Public transportation plays a pivotal role in ensuring mobility for individuals who lack access to private vehicles, facilitating their seamless travel within and between urban and rural areas. Moreover, it enhances accessibility by providing low-income individuals with a means to reach essential services and opportunities, thereby promoting social equity and inclusivity. However, the public transportation system in Chiang Mai continues to face challenges in devising effective solutions to adequately meet the evolving needs of its users. This study aimed to investigate the public transportation service drivers’ and users’ opinions on current suburban public transportation services in Chiang Mai, develop a SMART Suburban Transit System for Public Transportation Service Providers and Services Users in Chiang Mai, and explore the level of user satisfaction with the implementation of the SMART Suburban Transit System. The research sample comprised 1,000 passengers and 20 drivers selected through convenient sampling. Additionally, a sample of 150 participants was recruited through purposive sampling. This included 100 regular public transportation app users, 40 drivers, and 10 staff members from Baan Tawai Transit Service Co., Ltd. All participants possessed Android-based mobile phones. Data were collected using two types of questionnaires for assessing opinions and satisfaction, as well as semi-structured interviews. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics including mean and standard deviation. The results revealed that users’ attitudes towards suburban public transportation services in Chiang Mai had a low overall mean of 1.89. Frequency and reliability emerged as the primary concern, followed by travel time, accessibility and convenience, driver behavior, and price. Service providers expressed concerns about the proliferation of ride-hailing services such as Grab Car, which posed a significant challenge to suburban public transportation, reducing market share and revenue. The absence of government support further weakened the competitive position of suburban public transportation services. To address these challenges, a SMART Suburban Transit System was developed, comprising three components: a web-based platform for service providers, an Android-based mobile application for drivers (BTTS Application), and an Android-based mobile application for users (BaanTawai Application). After implementation, user satisfaction with the system was moderate, with a mean of 3.34 and a standard deviation of 0.33. This indicates that the system effectively addressed the concerns of users and service drivers, improving the overall experience of suburban public transportation in Chiang Mai. The study’s findings highlight the challenges faced by the public transportation system in Chiang Mai, particularly in meeting the evolving needs of users. The development and implementation of the SMART Suburban Transit System demonstrate the potential of technology-driven solutions to improve the convenience, reliability, comfort, and safety of its services.
Keywords: Smart Suburban Transit System, Mobile Application, User Satisfactio
Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies of Self-Harm in University Students: A Qualitative Approach
No full text The aims of the study were to examine how university students identify meaning in self-harm, and how they explain risk factors and prevention strategies of self-harm. A qualitative approach was used along with purposive sampling and was based on in-depth interviews. Participants were 6 Thai university students, who repeatedly harmed themselves, and were recruited voluntarily. The data analysis used was thematic analysis. The results were described in the form of themes and sub-themes. Two themes and four sub-themes for participants’ meanings of self-harm: 1) releasing psychological suffering, and 2) self-punishment for rethinking self-care. Nine themes and twenty sub-themes for participants’ risk factors of self-harm: 1) depression, 2) feeling overwhelmed with life problems, 3) family relationships and communication in the family, 4) lacking a space to talk and be listened to, 5) self-pressuring, 6) Peer and romantic partner relationships, 7) emotion being triggered by social media and speech, 8) trauma recall, and 9) psychological traits. At last four theme and nine sub-themes for participants’ prevention strategies of self-harm: 1) consulting a psychiatrist and taking medications, 2) taking care of family members, peers, and romantic partners, 3) positive thinking, and 4) participating in social activities and pursuing activities to create more happiness. The results showed that the starting point of understanding self-harmed adolescents were provided by the non-family members. It is recommended that parents should clearly express care and concern toward their children’s feelings and prioritize physical health.
Keywords: Self-Harm, Meaning, Risk Factors, University Students, Qualitative Approac
The Development Blended Learning Model Through the Use of Active Learning to Enhance Information Literacy of Undergraduate Students
No full text The objective of this research was to develop a blended learning model through the use of active learning to enhance information literacy of undergraduate students. The samples size was 62 undergraduate students that were selected using a cluster random sampling method. Those were been divided into two groups: 30 students in the experimental group and 32 students in the control group. Research instruments employed were as follows: 1) A needs assessment questionnaires, 2) A Questionnaire on Student Learning Behaviors, 3) A teaching model, 4) Lesson plans, 5) An information literacy assessment, and 6) An assessment to validify the teaching model. Data obtained were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, t-test independent, and effect size statistics.
The findings revealed that the model consisted of five components including learners, facilitators, various teaching methods, digital learning tools, and evaluation. The activity-based process included six steps comprising: 1) definition, 2) information-seeking strategies, 3) location and access, 4) use of information, 5) synthesis, and 6) evaluation. After experimenting with the model, the results indicated that learners who used the blended learning model through the use of active learning demonstrated significantly higher information literacy compared to those in the traditional learning group, with a statistical significance level of .05. Its effect size is 6.59, which is considered a large effect size. Additionally, the validity of the model was verified by experts who agreed that it was suitable for classroom use.
Keywords: Blended Learning, Active Learning, Information Literac
The Influence of Soft Skills and Perceived Job Security on the Job Performance of Tourism and Hospitality Workers Along Thailand’s Andaman Coast: Mediating Role of Employee Engagement
No full text In the current environment, soft skills are now viewed as one of the key attributes to be considered when recruiting people into organizations because of their perceived relationship to driving and supporting organizational success. This quantitative research aimed to examine the effects of soft skills and perceived job security on job performance and investigate the mediating role of employee engagement among tourism and hospitality workers. Quantitative research and snowball sampling methods were used and PLS-SEM was used to test the statistical model. The participants were 354 tourism and hospitality workers from along Thailand’s Andaman Coast. Results revealed a positive influence by soft skills and perceived job security on job performance and a significant mediating effect by employee engagement. This research fills an academic knowledge gap regarding these attributes’ effects and engages in practical discussions about the findings and the related implications for organizations and their stakeholders.
Keywords: Job Performance, Soft Skills, Job Security, Employee Engagement, Tourism and Hospitality Worke
A New Perspective on Snowboarding: An In-depth Exploration of Beginner Education Experiences
Full text link This research explores the educational experiences of snowboarding beginners, focusing on identifying the key challenges they encounter and evaluating the effectiveness of existing instructional resources. Employing a mixed-method approach, this study investigates the learning processes of snowboarding beginners through field observations at two ski resorts in China and Thailand, in-depth interviews with three instructors, two ski resort managers, and 10 snowboarders, and a survey of 450 participants from which 429 responses were deemed valid. The aim is to shed light on the nuanced learning experiences of novice snowboarders. The comprehensive methodology provides a rich dataset for understanding the complexities of beginner experiences in snowboarding education. The findings reveal significant gaps in safety awareness and underscore the necessity for more cost-effective learning strategies. By integrating emerging technologies such as virtual reality, this study proposes innovative solutions to enhance the learning experience, making it more engaging and financially accessible. The research contributes to the academic discourse on physical education and technology’s role in sports training, offering valuable insights for educators and policymakers to improve snowboarding instruction, focusing on safety, affordability, and learner engagement. This abstract encapsulates the essence of the paper, providing a clear overview of the study’s objectives, methods, key findings, and implications for future research and practical application in the field of snowboarding education.
Keywords: Snowboarding Beginners, Education Experiences, Learning Strategies, Flexible Learning, Affordabilit
Food Security Practices, Perspectives, Issues, and Related Community Indigenous Governance Systems Among Ifugao Indigenous Swidden Farmers
No full text It was the purpose of this study to describe and determine the practices, perspectives, issues, and related community indigenous governance systems in the gamut of food security determinants among Ifugao swidden farmers. A qualitative descriptive approach using a multiple case study method was used in this study. Ifugao swidden farmers are naturally adaptive to environmental demands such as geographical variations, modernity, and changing economic systems. They apply traditional knowledge in their means of achieving food security but their practice is being rapidly influenced by the use of synthetic materials to maintain subsistence to surpass it. Living in a current capitalist system, they are trading their sense of community to give way to present convenient living. The Ifugao swidden farmers did not totally lose their sense of community in achieving food security but they considered fusing familial and civic duty in the life world. They are open to government interventions and blend with government policies when achieving food security. On perspectives, the swidden farmers espouse an integral swidden system. They are developmental, enduring, and pragmatic but spiritual. They commit to communal, familial, and individual values. They put the highest premium on the future of their children which is their strongest motivation to achieve their well-being amidst their encounter with modernity. The swidden farmers face and are trapped with physical fatigue, climate change, pests and diseases, declining biological heritage, lack of technical and financial resources, and irresponsive government policies. Insights on strengthening community indigenous governance were drawn.
Keywords: Food Security, Swidden Farming, Indigenous Governance, Environmental Perspective