https://so02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/soc-rmu/issue/feed Journal of Social Science for Local Development Rajabhat Maha Sarakham University 2026-01-06T21:04:44+07:00 รองศาสตราจารย์ ดร.วาริธ ราศรี (Assoc. Prof. Dr. Warit Rasri) sanowa_cmu@hotmail.com Open Journal Systems <p><strong>Journal of Social Science for Local Development Rajabhat Mahasarakham University</strong></p> <p><strong>The Purpose</strong> <br /> 1. To receive and publish articles covering the social sciences, including general social science , law , political science , public administration , humanities (music , dance , art) , linguistics , education , business administration , development , religion, philosophy, and all. to other interdisciplinary subjects for local development</p> <ol start="2"> <li>To receive publication of 2 types of articles: research articles, academic articles . This will bring benefits in terms of knowledge, thoughts, concepts, theories, as well as new research techniques for the development of communities, localities, society, and the nation. </li> </ol> <p><strong>Journal schedule</strong> </p> <p> Journal of Social Science for Local Development Rajabhat Mahasarakham University Created for publication of articles covering the social sciences, including general social sciences, law, political science, public administration, humanities (music, dance, art), linguistics, education, business administration, development, religion, philosophy, and including other interdisciplinary studies for local development By the nature of the published articles, there are two types: research articles and academic articles. The journal is scheduled to be issued quarterly, 4 issues per year, as follows: </p> <p> Issue 1 between January – March</p> <p> Issue 2 between April – June</p> <p> Issue 3 between July - September</p> <p> Issue 4 between October - December</p> <p><strong>Journal regulations</strong> </p> <ol> <li>It is an article that covers the scope of social sciences, including general social sciences, law, political science, public administration, humanities (music, dance, art), linguistics, education, business administration, development, religion, philosophy, and other interdisciplinary subjects. for local development</li> <li>It is an article according to the specified type, divided into 2 types: research article and academic article. Each type of article must be written according to the form of the Journal of Social Science for Local Development. Rajabhat Mahasarakham University that are specified only, such as having the complete name and address of the author, and having an abstract in Thai and English, the reference documents are in the same format, using the APA citation system, etc.</li> <li>It is an article that has never been published in any other journal before. If the author uses work that has been previously published in any other journals Come and request to be published again. Journal of Social Science for Local Development Rajabhat Mahasarakham University There will be strict punishment measures, namely the cancellation of that article. and the right to not be published by that author forever.</li> <li>It is an article. that must be sent through the Taijo system link (thaijo) Journal of Social Science for Local Development Rajabhat Mahasarakham University <a href="https://so02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/soc-rmu/submissions">https://so02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/soc-rmu/submissions</a> only</li> <li>It is an article that must be considered by no less than 2 experts (Peer Review) as selected by the editorial team according to the field of study. or have expertise or has a related field of relationship and has no conflict of interest with the owner of the article or the author. It is double blinded, meaning the name of the owner of the article is concealed from the expert and the owner of the article does not know the name of the expert.</li> <li>If any article work Passed the consideration of experts (Peer Review). The owner of the article or the author must complete the revision of the article according to the recommendations of the experts (Peer Review) and must submit a completely edited version of the article (Revise). Go back through the link to the Taijo system (thaijo) Journal of Social Science for Local Development Rajabhat Mahasarakham University<a href="https://so02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/soc-rmu/submissions">https://so02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/soc-rmu/submissions</a> only</li> <li>And when the author submits the complete edited article into the system, the editorial team will screen it. Check the correctness of the article work for completeness again If it is complete and complete, the journal will accept publication of the article. But if it is not completely complete, the journal will reply/bounce back the article in the system. Allow the author to edit and improve the article until it is completely complete.</li> <li>Article works will have expenses for publication, divided into 2 types: 1) Thai version articles, 3,500 baht per article, and 2) English version articles, 4,000 baht per article. The journal will collect the cost. Pay only when the article is produced. Passed the check for redundancy by the Taijo system (copy catch), which must not exceed 15% only (the journal will notify you of the results through 2 channels, namely through the system and via email (there will be no charge Additional expenses other than those announced here in every case) Krungthai Bank ชื่อบัญชี รายได้อื่นๆ มรม. (เลขที่บัญชี 476-0-42088-6)</li> <li>Article submitter or author Journal regulations must be strictly followed. Especially if any article It has not been considered by experts (Peer Review) and the article has not been edited according to their suggestions. </li> </ol> <p><strong>Research Ethics</strong></p> <p><strong style="font-size: 0.875rem;"> 1.Editorial Ethics</strong></p> <p> 1.1 Editorial Policies and Guidelines The Editor shall establish clear policies, objectives, submission guidelines, and all relevant details of the journal to ensure that authors can comply accurately with the prescribed rules and regulations.</p> <p> 1.2 Preliminary Manuscript Screening The Editor shall conduct an initial assessment of submitted manuscripts. Each manuscript must undergo a plagiarism detection process using the ThaiJO (CopyCatch) system, with a similarity index not exceeding 15%. Manuscripts will then be evaluated based on content quality, scope, structure, accuracy of information, and completeness in accordance with the journal’s formatting requirements prior to proceeding to subsequent review processes. The Editor shall also conduct an initial screening for content that constitutes severe defamation or serious disparagement of individuals, organizations, or fundamental social institutions.</p> <p> 1.3 Selection of Peer Reviewers and Review Process The Editor and the Editorial Board shall appoint and select qualified peer reviewers who possess expertise directly relevant to the manuscript’s field or have appropriate related experience capable of providing scholarly and critical evaluations. Reviewers must not be affiliated with the same institution as the author(s). The journal employs a double-blind peer review process, in which the identities of authors, co-authors, and reviewers are kept strictly confidential and are not disclosed to one another, in order to prevent bias and avoid potential conflicts of interest.</p> <p> 1.4 Conflict of Interest and Editorial Neutrality Members of the Editorial Board must have no conflicts of interest with authors, reviewers, or any other parties involved in the manuscript evaluation process, in any form. In cases where a conflict of interest exists, the Editor shall recuse themselves from handling the manuscript and assign another member of the Editorial Board to take responsibility. Editors must remain impartial, unbiased, and free from any personal or professional interests.</p> <p> 1.5 Editorial Responsibilities The Editor’s primary responsibilities include soliciting manuscripts, communicating and negotiating with authors, and reviewing and refining manuscripts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and academic quality prior to public dissemination and publication.</p> <p> 1.6 Final Editorial Authority and Ethical Enforcement The Editor has the authority to make final and binding decisions in all matters related to manuscript handling and publication.</p> <p> 1) Manuscript Withdrawal and Claims for Damages: In cases where an author requests to withdraw a manuscript, the Editor reserves the right to claim compensation for any damages incurred as a result of the author’s actions. This applies particularly in situations where research misconduct or violations of research ethics are identified, or where an author requests withdrawal or cancellation of publication in order to submit the manuscript for publication in another academic journal or to present it at another academic conference, after the manuscript has already undergone peer review and reviewer honoraria have been paid.</p> <p> 2) Detection of Similarity During the Review Process: If similarity to other published works is identified during the manuscript evaluation process, the Editor shall suspend the review and request a formal explanation from the author. If the explanation is deemed unreasonable or insufficient, the manuscript shall be rejected for publication.</p> <p> 3) Detection of Similarity After Publication: If similarity or plagiarism is discovered after the article has been published, the Editor shall retract the article from the journal and immediately publish an official retraction notice stating that the article has been withdrawn from the journal.</p> <p> 4) Plagiarism, Duplicate Publication, and Substantial Overlap: In cases where plagiarism, duplicate publication, or substantial overlap with other works is identified (e.g., verbatim copying of entire paragraphs), the manuscript shall be rejected immediately. If minor similarity is detected, the Editor shall notify the author to revise the manuscript accordingly prior to proceeding with the review process.</p> <p> 5) Resolution of Operational and Procedural Issues: In the event of any problems arising from the journal’s operations or editorial procedures, the Editor shall be responsible for reviewing and adjudicating the matter. The Editor’s decision shall be final in all cases.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <ol start="2"> <li><strong> Reviewer Ethics</strong></li> </ol> <p> 2.1 Scholarly Recommendations Reviewers are expected to identify and recommend relevant and significant scholarly works that are closely related to the manuscript under review, particularly in cases where such works have not been appropriately cited by the author.</p> <p> 2.2 Conflict of Interest Reviewers must have no conflicts of interest with the author(s), such as prior collaboration, personal relationships, or any other circumstances that could compromise their ability to provide independent, objective, and unbiased evaluations. If a reviewer has, or becomes aware of, any potential conflict of interest, they must immediately inform the Editor and decline the review assignment.</p> <p> 2.3 Confidentiality Reviewers must treat all manuscripts received for review as confidential documents. They shall not disclose any part or all of the manuscript, or any information contained therein, to individuals who are not directly involved in the journal’s editorial process throughout the entire review period.</p> <p> 2.4 Reporting of Similarity or Plagiarism Reviewers must notify the Editor if they identify any part of the manuscript that shows clear evidence of similarity, overlap, or plagiarism with previously published works.</p> <p> 2.5 Objectivity and Professional Judgment Reviewers shall evaluate manuscripts only within their areas of expertise, considering the significance, originality, and scholarly contribution of the content to the relevant field. Evaluations must be based on academic merit, analytical rigor, and evidence-based judgment, and must not rely on personal opinions that lack scholarly justification.</p> <p> </p> <ol start="3"> <li><strong> Author Ethics</strong></li> </ol> <p> 3.1 Compliance with Journal Policies Authors must carefully study and fully understand the journal’s regulations, procedures, processes, submission requirements, and guidelines prior to manuscript submission.</p> <p> 3.2 Manuscript Preparation and Format Authors must thoroughly review and ensure that their manuscripts comply with the journal’s prescribed structure, format, and required components before submission.</p> <p> 3.3 Online Submission Authors must submit manuscripts exclusively through the journal’s online submission system.</p> <p> 3.4 Originality and Ethical Conduct Authors must adhere to ethical standards and must not submit manuscripts or works authored by others, in whole or in part, without proper authorization or acknowledgment, for the purpose of publication.</p> <p> 3.5 Prohibition of Redundant Publication Authors must not submit manuscripts or works that have already been published elsewhere for duplicate or redundant publication in the journal.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong> Editor</strong></p> <p><strong>Assoc. Prof. Dr. Warit Rasri</strong></p> <p> </p> https://so02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/soc-rmu/article/view/283315 Improving Basic Thai Reading Literacy of Children with Special Needs Through Multimedia 2025-11-28T19:58:36+07:00 Sirinton Sudsainate sirinton.si@gmail.com <p>This research consists purposes were 1. to develop the ability of children with special needs to read basic Thai words through the use of multimedia instruction and 2. to compare learning achievement before and after the implementation of the instructional intervention. The research instruments consisted of ten lesson plans designed to enhance basic Thai vocabulary reading skills, with a total instructional duration of 10 hours and an achievement test administered as a pre-test and post-test. The target group comprised 14 children with special needs from the Special Education Center of Rajabhat Maha Sarakham University, selected through purposive sampling. Data collected from the research instruments were analyzed using descriptive statistics, including percentage, mean and standard deviation and inferential statistics using a t-test for comparing pre-test and post-test scores. The results indicated that 1) the development of basic Thai word reading activities for children with special needs using multimedia revealed that the students’ mean percentage scores before learning with multimedia were lower than those after learning, with the post-instruction mean percentage score increasing by 54.38 percent and 2) the comparison of learning achievement before and after participating in multimedia-based learning activities showed that post-test learning achievement was significantly higher than pre-test achievement at the .05 level of statistical significance.</p> 2026-01-06T00:00:00+07:00 Copyright (c) 2026 Journal of Social Science for Local Development Rajabhat Maha Sarakham University