DEVELOPMENT OF MORAL TEACHINGS MONKS IN SCHOOLS WITH THE PRINCIPLE OF SAPPURISADHAMMA PRINCIPLE.

Abstract

This research aimed 1) to study the concepts and theories of monk teacher development in schools, 2) to study the Sapurisadhamma principle, and 3) to analyze the development of monk teachers in schools using the Sapurisadhamma principle in the context of Songkhla province. This qualitative research collected data from documents and structured in-depth interviews with 15 purposively selected key informants. Data analysis was conducted systematically by linking and synthesizing the concepts and theories of monk teacher development in schools with the Sapurisadhamma principle, including analyzing and identifying consistency from the interview data to discover the development of monk teachers in schools using the Sapurisadhamma principle.

          The research found that.

1. The concepts and theories of monk teacher development in schools in Songkhla province necessarily encompass three main areas: knowledge development, teaching technique development, and human relations development. This is crucial for effective moral teaching in a multicultural societal context. Knowledge development emphasizes a deep understanding of Buddhist principles combined with the context of learners and society. Teaching technique development aims to adapt towards learner-centered and flexible approaches. Human relations development focuses on building positive relationships with all stakeholders.
2. The seven Sapurisadhamma principles—Dhammanyuta (knowing the Dhamma), Atthanyuta (knowing the meaning/purpose), Attanyuta (knowing oneself), Mattanyuta (knowing moderation), Kalanyuta (knowing the proper time), Parisanyuta (knowing the assembly/community), and Puggalaparoparanyuta (knowing the individual differences)—are crucial virtues that shape an individual into a virtuous person, complete with wisdom, morality, and concentration. These principles are highly significant for the development of monk teachers in schools.
3. The Sapurisadhamma principle serves as a central and vital mechanism for systematically driving the development of monk teachers in schools across all dimensions: knowledge, teaching techniques, and human relations. Each principle functions to foster awareness, regulate the process of acquiring, processing, selecting, and applying knowledge, teaching techniques, and human relations skills effectively to suit learners and situations.