The Development of Outcome-Based Vocational Curriculum Strategies in Pattani Province to Enhance Professional Competencies and Build Entrepreneurial Potential
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Outcome-Based Curriculum Development Strategies, Vocational Curriculum, EntrepreneurshipAbstract
This study aims to analyze factors affecting the development of outcome-based vocational curriculum strategies in Pattani Province, focusing on enhancing professional competencies and entrepreneurial potential. It also examines the design of outcome-based curriculum strategies intended to elevate vocational skills. The research employed in-depth interviews with administrators, teachers, and entrepreneurs to gather qualitative data on curriculum development and the challenges faced. Additionally, focus group discussions were conducted with students and teachers to discuss learning experiences and suggestions for curriculum improvement. The study's findings indicate that developing an outcome-based vocational curriculum in Pattani is complex, with influential factors categorized into strengths, such as teachers' knowledge and experience and the ability to update the curriculum, and weaknesses, such as a lack of teacher training and insufficient stakeholder collaboration. Opportunities include high demand in the labor market and supportive development policies, while obstacles consist of labor market fluctuations and infrastructure limitations. The proposed curriculum development strategies include establishing a sustainable curriculum based on Outcome-Based Education (OBE), enhancing teacher skills, and increasing curriculum flexibility to address the challenges and specific contexts of Pattani Province.
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