The Model fo Development the Temples for Being Community Learning Centers in Udon Thani Province

Abstract

          The objectives of this research are 1) to study the development of temples as centers of community learning. 2) to study the development of temples as centers of community learning in Udon Thani Province. 3) to propose a model for developing temples as centers of learning. Community learning center in Udon Thani province It is qualitative research. By studying document information Related research Data were then analyzed from interviews and group discussions with 37 key informants/people. Data were presented in a descriptive manner.
          The results of the research found that 1) Developing the temple to be a community learning center found to have 6 elements: (1) being a community learning center (2) having activities that lead to the thought process for solving problems in the community. (3) Providing services that promote and develop information learning for the people. (4) Be a source of learning about arts, customs, culture and wisdom of the community. (5) Be a pleasant community learning center. (6) Create a network. Learning network and virtual learning center 2) Developing the temple to be a learning center for the community in Udon Thani province. It was found that the abbot is considered to have an important role in the development of the temple in 6 areas: (1) governance (2) ) Religious education (3) Propagation (4) Public utilities (5) Educational assistance (6) Public welfare 3) Model for developing temples into community learning centers in Udon Thani province. Model no. 1 Lifelong Study Center Encourage monks and novices to have higher education Encourage monks and novices to have good behavior. Encourage local scholars to show their potential. Encourage local scholars to participate in community development. Model 2: Activity center to build and enhance wisdom. Encourage monks, novices, and citizens to develop themselves according to the principles of precepts, meditation, and wisdom. Model 3: Service center. information Develop media about Buddhism and community missions Training monks and novices and the public in the correct use of media regarding Buddhism. Type 4: Arts and Culture Learning Center. Encourages monks, novices and the public to understand and join in the continuation of local arts and culture. Organize activities to preserve local arts and culture. Organize activities on important Buddhist days on a regular basis, Model 5: Mental Life Development Center Organize a community library within the temple. Collection of books about Buddhism and community. Set up a reading corner Organize a museum that reflects the community's way of life. Model 6: Develop a network of learning centers in the community, including temples, communities, villagers, and government agencies coordinating to organize learning resources within the temple. Communities, temples, villagers, and government agencies coordinate together. Organize learning resources in the community