The Study on the Classification of Thai Literature Related to Hantra Subdistrict Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province

Abstract

This research consists purposes were 1. to collect and classify Thai literary related to Hantra Subdistrict Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province and 2. to promote awareness, foster a sense of stewardship, and instill local pride among children and youth within the community. This research is qualitative research There is a research tool which is a semi-structure in-depth interview. The sample groups consisted of the following: the principal of Wat Hantra School two expert social studies teachers who taught Grade 4 students about the Hantra community; one local wisdom practitioner from Hantra Subdistrict; and two scholars specializing in the history of Ayutthaya. These participants were selected using purposive sampling. In addition, 150 children and youth residing in Hantra Subdistrict specifically, Grade 4 to 6 students from Wat Hantra School were selected through simple random sampling. Data were collected from documents, literary works, and interviews, and analyzed using content analysis. The findings reveal that 1) the classification of literature in Hantra Subdistrict can be categorized into three types 1.1) By historical period, which includes two eras: namely fourteen literary works from the Ayutthaya period and seven literary works from the Rattanakosin period 1.2) By writing format, the works are categorized into two types nineteen prose works and two verse works and 1.3) By literary genre, the works are grouped into eighteen non-fiction works and three fiction works. and 2) Students in Grades 4 to 6 developed awareness and enthusiasm in participating in various activities. They also expressed their perspectives on the Hantra community through group-based collaborative projects. Furthermore, the activities contributed to the development of Thai language skills including listening, speaking, reading, and writing as well as social studies skills. These include learning about their long-standing local history, coexisting with others in society, accepting differing opinions, and practicing good leadership and followership.