GUIDELINES FOR IMPROVE ELDERLY’S QUALITY OF LIFE TO PEOPLE INTELLECTUAL REPOSITORY

Abstract

This research aims to: 1) examine the characteristics of quality-of-life development for the elderly in the transmission of community knowledge, 2) analyze patterns of quality-of-life improvement for seniors involved in sharing communal wisdom, and 3) propose approaches for enhancing the quality of life of the elderly in passing down this knowledge. The study utilized a mixed methodology, combining quantitative research through questionnaires distributed to a sample of 55 elderly participants from Chiang Rai, and qualitative research through in-depth interviews with 22 key informants related to the study.

The research findings are as follows:

          1) The study of the quality-of-life development characteristics for the elderly in knowledge transmission revealed that this approach highlights the importance of raising awareness and valuing the transmission of knowledge to ensure it is preserved for future generations.

          2) The analysis of quality-of-life improvement patterns for seniors in knowledge transmission found that the elderly placed the highest importance on the significance of passing down communal wisdom. This was reflected in an overall average score of 4.50 with a standard deviation of 0.53, showing a strong emphasis on this aspect.

          3) In presenting approaches to enhance quality of life for seniors involved in knowledge transmission, the research highlighted the importance of thorough preparation for those transferring knowledge. This includes providing background information, materials, tools, beliefs, uses, and the cultural significance of local wisdom.