THE PROCESS OF SATELLITE-BASED DISTANCE LEARNING (DLTV) MANAGEMENT IN SMALL-SIZED SCHOOLS UNDER THE OFFICE OF PHETCHABUN PRIMARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AREA 3 BASED ON ARIYASACCA 4

Abstract

This study aimed to (1) examine the problems of distance learning via satellite (DLTV) in small-sized schools under the Office of Phetchabun Primary Educational Service Area 3, (2) analyze the DLTV management process based on the framework of the Four Noble Truths, and (3) propose guidelines for DLTV management based on the Four Noble Truths. A mixed methods research design was employed, integrating quantitative and qualitative approaches.

The quantitative sample consisted of school administrators and teachers in small-sized schools under the Office of Phetchabun Primary Educational Service Area 3, totaling 312 participants (n = 312). The research instrument was a questionnaire examining the problems and management process of DLTV, which demonstrated acceptable reliability. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, including frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. For the qualitative phase, data were collected through in-depth interviews with key informants and analyzed using content analysis.

The findings revealed that the overall level of problems in DLTV management was at a moderate level (𝑥̄= 3.00, S.D. = 1.24). The highest level of problems was related to parental and community participation, followed by technology and equipment, learners, management, and teachers, respectively. Qualitative findings further explained the underlying causes of these problems, including limitations in resources, teachers’ readiness, and the misalignment between policy and school contexts. When interpreted through the framework of the Four Noble Truths, the findings led to the synthesis of DLTV management guidelines emphasizing participatory management, teacher capacity development, learner support, and context-appropriate adaptation of DLTV in small-sized schools.