Development of Training Course to Enhance the Potential of Teachers in Managing Science Competency-Based Learning

Abstract

          This article aimed to study (1) Develop a training course to enhance teachers' capacity in science competency-based learning management and (2) Investigate the effectiveness of the teacher capacity enhancement course in managing science competency-based learning among teaching staff. The target group for assessing the effectiveness of the course includes teachers who conduct teaching activities under the jurisdiction of the Lopburi Primary Educational Service Area Office 1, totaling 37 individuals. Research tools utilized include: 1) Teacher capacity enhancement course, 2) Assessment form for writing lesson plans for science competency-based learning, 3) Satisfaction assessment form, teacher behavior, and outcomes related to teacher competency who completed the enhancement course. Data analysis was conducted using mean and standard deviation. The research findings indicate that: 1. The course development results showed that the overall suitability of the course was at a good level (mean = 4.33, S.D. = 0.55) with an index of conformity between 0.60 - 1.00, meeting the established criteria. 2. Teacher assessment results revealed that they possessed the highest ability in writing lesson plans (mean = 4.74, S.D. = 0.48). Responses to satisfaction questionnaires, teacher behavior, and outcomes related to teacher competency who completed the course showed the highest level of satisfaction, with scores of 4.71 ± 0.52, 4.72 ± 0.49, and 4.74 ± 0.48, respectively. Therefore, this teacher capacity enhancement course in managing science competency-based learning serves as a significant tool for developing professional teachers with knowledge in natural science, psychology, the ability to integrate natural science knowledge, scientific process skills, and professional science teaching skills to promote students' competency in science for the future.