A conceptual framework of project-based learning by analyzing of VARK
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This research aims to study for 1) Synthesizing and creating a framework of project-based by analyzing through VARK theory 2) Evaluating the appropriateness of a framework of project-based by analyzing through VARK theory in order to shape a protocol of improving the content management for bachelor degree students majoring in Computer Education of Nakhon Pathom Rajabhat University. The research will proceed in 6 stages; 1) Literature reviewing on related theory and journals 2) Synthesizing and creating protocol learning style 3) Setting up the expert in focused field 4) Crafting a questionnaire regarding to the comment of an expert on the appropriateness of the learning style designed. 5) Evaluating the appropriateness of the learning style designed of the sample group. 6) Summarizing the result of focused group discussion from experts. According to result of PjBL-A-VARK had found that there are 3 sections out of 6 modules as following, Data Input 1) VARK Analyzing Module 2) VARK Classification Module The process by 3 procedures 3) Student Learning Style Database Module 4) Interface Module 5) Content Module and the section of result which is 6) Examiner module. The experts had certified the appropriateness evaluation result stated that the conceptual framework synthesized possess the high level at 4.620.50 and supported to conduct as the protocol of the classroom content management for bachelor degree students majoring in Computer Education of Thai western Rajabhat Universities.
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