Pub Date : 2024-07-24DOI: 10.60027/iarj.2024.277038
Matureedee Masamae, Rhysa McNeil, M. Eso
Background and Aims: Self-care is crucial for the elderly since it allows everyone to have a healthy life, boost immunity, prevent sickness, care for themselves when unwell, and continue to perform everyday duties in their own homes. This study aimed to investigate the factors influencing the elderly's opinions on self-care in the southernmost provinces of Thailand. Methodology: This quantitative study used data collected by the Deep South Coordination Center from 271 elderly people in Pattani. The independent variable included demographic factors and health conditions. The outcome variable was a 4-point rating scale opinion on the self-care of the elderly. Descriptive statistics were employed to illustrate the sample's characteristics. Factor analysis was used to reduce the number of outcome variables. Multiple linear regression was used to examine the relationship between the outcome variables and the independent variables. Results: Eighteen outcome variables were categorized into three factors consisting of positive self-management, health preparation, and doing things for great pleasure. Elderly people who could walk with their spouse or family were more likely to have positive self-management and health preparation than those who lived alone or were separated and could not walk. Elderly people who did not engage in health-risk activities and could use public transportation independently were more likely to enjoy themselves than those who could not. Conclusion: The findings might improve the quality of self-care among the elderly to live better in their current societal situation. This can encourage care healthcare providers to promote daily living practices among the elderly.
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Pub Date : 2024-07-22DOI: 10.60027/iarj.2024.276525
Shiya Ruan, Pong Horadal, Kanakorn Sawangcharoen, S. Teekasap
Background and Aims: With the rapid development and popularization of technology, the application of digital technology in education is increasingly widespread, and the digital competency of teachers has become the key to promoting education modernization and innovation. The objectives of this study include: 1) To study the situation of digital competency of public high school teachers in Nanning. 2) To develop a model for improving the digital competency of public high school teachers in Nanning. 3) To evaluate the model for improving the digital competency of public high school teachers in Nanning. Methodology: This study is based on the latest research results and widely adopts the opinions of experts in the field of digital education by employing the Delphi method and the focus group method. Results: The digital competency model for teachers in public high schools in Nanning was successfully developed. Important measures and suggestions have been provided to promote the improvement of the digital competency of teachers in public high schools in Nanning. Conclusion: An important development in educational practices is indicated by the development of a digital competency model for teachers in public high schools in Nanning, which was completed with success. The strategies and recommendations offered are meant to improve educators' digital literacy, promoting efficient instruction in the digital era and improving the educational experiences of students.
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