Educating for Balance: Integrating Technology and the Human Spirit on A Global Scale
Editors: Chawalert Kertchalolarn
Tisana Khemmani
Larry Hufford
Ashara Prapaitrakul
Panta Chaitiamvong
Contents
World Council for Curriculum and Instruction …………………………………………… III
Message from the Dean ……………………………………………………………….. IV
Acknowledgements ……………………………………………………………………. V
Greetings from the University President ……………………………………………….. 1
Plenary Sessions ……………………………………………………………………. 3
Plenary Session I: Educating for Balance: An International
Perspective on Integrating Technology and the Human Spirit ………………………………. 5
Victor Odonez
Plenary Session II: Educating for Balance: A Buddhist Perspective
On Human Spirit and Technology ……………………………………………………….. 11
Distinguished Lecturer
Phra Rajavaramuni (Prayoon Merk)
Plenary Session III: Alice Miel Lecture ……………………………………………….. 21
WCCI President –Shigekazu Takemura
Plenary Session IV: Designing Curricula and Instructional Strategies
For Integrating Technology and the Human Spirit:
Exploring Self-Science Through Peace Education And Conflict Resolution …………………………………..……….. 29
Rose Marie Duhon-Sells & Barbara Epps
Matching the Needs for Scientific and Technological Literacy with the
Developmental Stages of Asian ………………………………………………………… 37
Genzo Nakayama
Designing Curricular and Instructional Strategies For Integrating Technology
and the Human Spirit ………………………………………………………………… 49
Pruet Siribanpitak
Thinknet: Interactive Philosophical Discussions with Children ……………………………. 51
Susan Wilks
Paper Presentations
Theme 1: Educating for Balance: the Role of Technology ………………………………….. 61
CAI as an Adjunct to Teaching Statisctics: A Meta-Analysis of Findings ……………………. 63
Suchada Bowarnkitiwong
Inspiring Science Education: Towards the Balance ……………………………………….. 67
Alisara Chuchat, Pimpan Dachakupt
Intellectual, Social and Moral Development: Why Technology Cannot Replace Teachers …………. 71
Vivienne Collinson
Educating for Balance: Technology Initiative in Malaysian Smart Schools …………………… 79
Siowck-Lee Gan
Contribution of Introductory Technology to Human Spirit …………………………………. 88
Udogie M. O. Ivowi
Integrating Tradition and Technology for Thai Pre Schoolers ……………………………… 92
Udomiuck Kulpichitr
The Role of Computer Technology in Improving Current Practices in Curriculum
and Instruction in Schools …………………………………………………………… 95
Virgilio U. Manzano
Computer-Enhanced Socratic Method: Interactive from the Classroom to the World …………….. 101
David L. McLaughlin
The Utilization of a Computer Assisted Instruction Program Concerning the
“Law for Women” Non-formal Education Activities ………………………………………… 109
Archanya Ratana-Ubol
CAI a the Faculty of Management Science: A Case Study from
Rajabhat Institute Petchaburi ………………………………………………………… 117
Chanchai Sanyapeung
Computerized Accounting System at Rajabhat Instituted in Thailand ………………………… 122
Manpkporn Sanyapeung
The 21st Century Teachers Technology Initiative: Nurturing the Human Spirit ……………….. 127
Shirley Steenis-Williams, Jean Benton, Deborah Wooldridge
Theme II: Educating for Balance: The Human Spirit ………………………………………. 135
Education for Balance: The Human Rights Perspective …………………………………….. 137
Hira Aher & Ushasi Guha
Education for Balance: Integrating Technology and the Human Spirit on a Global Scale ……….. 140
Panna Akhani
Weaving the Filipino Spirit in Science and Technology:
Implications to Curriculum and Instruction …………………………………………….. 144
Theresita V. Atienza
Value Oriented Teacher Education ……………………………………………………… 150
Nilima Bhagabati
Technology and Human Spirit: The Nature of a Mutual Relationship …………………………. 154
Karheinz Biler
The Art of Ethical Teaching by Monks in the Northeastern Region of Thailand ……………….. 159
Manee Chaiteeranuwatsiri
Education of the Caring Impulse ………………………………………………………. 163
Lydia Fernandes
Research and Human Spirit ……………………………………………………………. 170
Emilio Lopez-Barajas
Blending Science and Technology with Spirituality for a Better World ……………………… 175
Brahma Kumar Mruthyunjaya
Pedagogic Intervention to Humanize Technology ………………………………………….. 183
Cynthia Pandian
Balance and Beyond: The Approach and the Emphasis ………………………………………. 186
Kirpal T. Singh
A Conceptual Structure of Educating for Balance: Integrating
Technology and the Human Spirit on a Global Scale ………………………………………. 193
Narutt Suttachitt
Theme III: Educating for Balance: Learning Theory and Experience …………………………. 213
The Development of an Instructional Model for a Moral
Academic Competency Course for Graduate Students ……………………………………….. 215
Sumon Amaornivat, Ramsamor Yoosathaporn
Sumlee Thongthew, Vorasuda Bunyaviroj, Maneerat Sukchotrat
A Synthesis of Research on Instruction Conducted in Thailand …………………………….. 218
Varaporn Bavornsiri, Sumitra Angwatanakul
Our Wondrous Landscapre for Learning Neurodevelopment
Patterns of the Brain ……………………………………………………………….. 226
Susan E. Cortez
Exploring Self-Science Through Peace Education and Conflict Resolution ……………………. 236
Rose Marie Duhon-Sells & Barbara Epps
Developing Curriculum and Instructional Technology for Transcultural Learning and Living ……. 242
Marilyn P. Dunn
Descending the Tower: What Professors Learn from the Field (Part Two) …………………….. 247
Michael P. Ford
Lev Semenovich Vygotsky 1896-1934: Psychologist Author of
Cultural-Historical Theory of Human Development ………………………………………… 254
Natalia Gajdamaschko
Integrating Technology with Human Spirit in Development of Curriculum and Teacher Training ….. 261
Neeta Jain
Project Gift-No Rootless Flower: Regency Community as Orientation to Gift and Story ………… 271
Virginia M. Macagnoni
The Cognitive Development of School Children in Two Cultures …………………………….. 274
Russell C. Oakes
International Cooperation Through Information Technology:
An Interactive Project to Improve Teaching and Learning …………………………………. 285
Dietrich von Queis
The Effects of Using Portfolios on Teaching English for
Pratom Suksa 4 Teachers in Changwat Chiangmai ………………………………………….. 289
Kirin Sahasewiyon, Sumlee Thongthew
Descending the Towe: What Professors Learn from the Field (Part One) ……………………… 302
Patricia A. Scanlan
Theme IV: Educating for Balance: Global and Multi-Culturalism ……………………………. 319
Standard Thai in a Formal Education Setting: A Case Study in Buriram, Thailand …………….. 321
Worawn Hemchayart
Sport Science Movement and School Physical Education in Thailand …………………………. 330
Sombat Karnjanakit
A Practical Study of Broadcasting English:
Pronunciation Easily Misunderstood by Japanese Listeners ………………………………… 337
Naomi Koike
Physical Education and Thai National Sports for Physical and Spiritual Balance …………….. 345
Thanomwong Kritpet
Desensitization Model of Teaching and Education for EmotionalBalance
(An Action Research Study) …………………………………………………………… 349
Anandi Martis
Research Program on Asian Women in Legal Development ……………………………………. 354
P. Nagabooshanam
School Development through Teacher Involvement …………………………………………. 358
Frithjof M. Oertel
A Study of Japanese Ryugakusei (Students Abroad) in American Universities as Agents of Japans .. 363
Ayako Ogawa
The Development of Subject Curriculum on Critical Thinking
In Nursing Decision – Making for Nursing Students ………………………………………. 376
Sirikunya Ridthplake
Creating New Paradigms in Women’s Education: Focus on Liberal Arts Stream …………………. 379
Poonam Segal, Sudesh Ahlawat
Using Recorded Radio Programs for Developing Learners’ Listening
Comprehension and Cross-Cultural Understanding …………………………………………. 387
Shawki el-Sayed el-Sherify
Thai Characteristics, Values and Transmission Process of Thai Martial Arts ………………… 402
Suchitra Sukonthasab
Effects of Using a School Counseling Model on Students Behavioral Changes and Life Plans ……. 406
Wacharee Supmee
Thailand: Children and Educational Culture …………………………………………….. 410
Boosbong Tantiwong & Sarinthorn Vidthayasirinun
Theme V: Educating for Balance: Higher and Non-Formal Education ………………………….. 417
Developing New Open and Distance Teacher Education Programmed for the Millenium:
The OU (UK) Experience ………………………………………………………………. 419
Frank R. J. Banks
Value Orientation in Vocational Training ………………………………………………. 429
Sumalee Chanchalor
Awareness of Environmental Education among Various Undergraduate College Students of Nagpur
University, Maharashtra, India ……………………………………………………….. 435
Ragini V. Didolkar & Panna Akhani
Educating for Sustainable Community …………………………………………………… 444
Larry Hufford
The Development of Internal Efficiency Indicators and Productivity Of Adult Literacy Progams … 448
Oonta Nopakun, Suwimon Wongwanich,
Archanya Ratana-Ubol & Chaiyosh Imsuwan
Education in a Development Country: Unique Aspects of a Private Education Movement in India …. 457
M. L. Khanna
Including Courses on Ethics Within a Highland Peruvian University ………………………… 463
Edme Landeo Alvares
Media Education and Civic Responsibility ………………………………………………. 473
Tony Lavender
Teacher Training in Distance Methodology: Analysis from Experience ……………………….. 481
Catalina Martinez Mediano
Human Ecology on a Four Dimensional Approach:
Framework from Experience ……………………………………………………………. 483
Andre Francisco Pilon
New Skills for New Futures: Higher Education Guidance and Counseling Services in Spain ……… 490
Elvira Repetto & Beatrice Malik
Human Development and Tourism in Peoples: Application Of a Reflective Experience …………… 499
Bernardo Ruiz Delgado
Higher Education in Thailand: Short Biographies of Two Educational Leaders ………………… 504
Paga Sattauatam
Higher Education in India – Some Challenges and Responses ……………………………….. 507
G. D. Sharma
University Education in India-for What Purpose? A Perspective From a Developing Country …….. 513
Inderpal Singh
Teacher Training Towards Sustainability ……………………………………………….. 517
Suwatana Suwanketnikom & Alisar Chuchat
Sailing the Airwaves: How to Produce Your Own Educational T. V. Program …………………… 521
Jonathan Swift
Important and Compulsory Elements in Vietnam: Education Programs for the New Times …………. 526
VuVan Thanh
Appendices …………………………………………………………………………. 529
Appendix I: Program Overview
Appendix II: List of Participants
Appendix III: Conference Committee