Research Management in Educational Institutions towards Creating Learner Innovation Integrated with the Four Paths of Accomplishment (Iddhipāda IV) in the 21st Century

Abstract

This academic article, “Managing Educational Research for Student Innovation Development Integrated with the Four Iddhipada Principles in the 21st century,” was developed to align with the demands of the 21st century. Its primary goal is to foster innovations that enhance learners’ skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. This is achieved by integrating Buddhist principles, specifically the Four Iddhipāda (Chanda - desire, Viriya - effort, Citta - focus, and Vimaṃsā - examination), with quality management through the PDCA cycle to improve the efficiency of research management in educational institutions. This integration has led to the development of the "MASS Model," which consists of the following components: M is Management in Research, A is Advisor in Research, S is Support and Evaluation in Research, S is Sharing in Research. The MASS model is further enhanced by applying the Four Iddhipada Principles namely Chanda (Desire) is Cultivating interest and commitment to creating new innovations. Viriya (Effort) is Encouraging consistent effort and action. Citta (Focus) is Ensuring attention to detail and accuracy. Vimaṃsā (Examination) is using analysis and improvements to add value. Additionally, the PDCA cycle is integrated into research management namely Plan: Planning the implementation of research management, do: Executing research management activities, Check: Monitoring and evaluating research management outcomes, Act: Making improvements to research management by applying the MASS model together with the Four Iddhipāda principles and the PDCA cycle, the research management process in educational institutions becomes systematic and continuous. This approach supports the creation of high-quality innovations and prepares learners to adapt to changes in the 21^st century, enhancing their life skills, learning abilities, and creative and efficient use of technology.