Paper Title :A Model Development and Feasibility Study of Mindfulness and Human Development Curriculum for International Master Degree Students

Author :Teerawan Teerapong, Arkoam Sanuwit

Article Citation :Teerawan Teerapong ,Arkoam Sanuwit , (2019 ) " A Model Development and Feasibility Study of Mindfulness and Human Development Curriculum for International Master Degree Students " , International Journal of Management and Applied Science (IJMAS) , pp. 131-135, Volume-5,Issue-9

Abstract : This study aimed to develop Mindfulness and Human Development curriculum model for international Master’s Degree students, and to investigate the possibility to offer this degree program to the university. There were two phases: qualitative and quantitative methodsto examine model curriculum and its feasibility. Qualitative data were obtained by interviewing 12 key informants.Quantitative data were collected by using questionnaires. Participants for quantitative study were 1,089 individuals which was divided into three groups: (1)443 people working in human development areas, in both private and state organizations; (2)531 Thai students, as well as exchanged students and international students studying in fields related to human development; and (3)115 employers in the fields of human development. Findings from qualitative data revealed the blue-print for curriculum structure. The model curriculum consisted of 36 creditsof common core courses (12 credits), elective courses (12 credits) and Thesis (12 credits). The quantitative resultsshowed that participants understood the concept ofmindfulness and were well aware of its importance for daily life and works; but overall their interest in studying in this field wasminimal. Only 25% of Thai and international students were interested in pursuing this curriculum. Finally, the sample groups and experts suggested that it would be more desirable if the course was offered as a short course for training or as a certification. Index Term - Mindfulness, Human Development, International Program, Feasibility Study

Type : Research paper

Published : Volume-5,Issue-9

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