ENHANCING TEACHING SKILLS OF TEACHERS IN THE 21ST CENTURY BASED ON THE SEVEN QUALITIES OF A GOOD FRIEND KALYANAMITTA DHAMMA 7 IN PRIVATE SCHOOLS UNDER THE LOEI PROVINCIAL EDUCATION OFFICE

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This research aims to: 1) To study the enhancement of teaching skills of teachers in the 21^st century in private schools under the Loei Provincial Education Office; 2) To study the enhancement of teaching skills of teachers in the 21^st century based on the Seven Qualities of a Good Friend Kalyanamitta Dhamma 7 in private schools under the Loei Provincial Education Office; and 3) To propose guidelines for enhancing teaching skills of teachers in the 21^st century based on the Seven Qualities of a Good Friend Kalyanamitta Dhamma 7 in private schools under the Loei Provincial Education Office. The findings reveal that: 1. Enhancing Teaching Skills of Teachers in the 21^st Century Overall, the enhancement of teaching skills among teachers was at a high level. When ranked by aspect, the highest average was for the use of technology in teaching, followed by analytical thinking skills, in-depth knowledge and professional skills, creating a positive learning atmosphere, and planning and evaluating learning outcomes, which had the lowest average. 2. The management of enhancing teaching skills of teachers in the 21^st century based on the Seven Qualities of a Good Friend Kalyanamitta Dhamma 7 in private schools under the Loei Provincial Education Office was found to be at a high level overall. When ranked by aspect, the highest average was for Vatta skillful in giving advice and guidance, followed by Nojathane Niyojaye not leading others to harmful acts, Kambhiranca Katham Kathta capable of explaining profound matters), Vachanakhamo enduring criticism, Guru worthy of respect, Piyo being pleasant and well-mannered, and Pavanio worthy of reverence, which had the lowest average. 3. Guidelines for Managing the Enhancement of Teaching Skills of Teachers in the 21^st Century Based on the Seven Qualities of a Good Friend Kalyanamitta Dhamma 7 in Private Schools under the Loei Provincial Education Office To enhance the teaching skills of teachers in the 21^st century across five key areas, school administrators can integrate the Seven Qualities of a Good Friend Kalyanamitta Dhamma 7 into the development of management strategies as follows: 1) In-depth Knowledge and Professional Skills: Organize workshops with experts, implement mentoring systems, create individual development plans, support further education, and establish professional learning communities, while fostering mindfulness to enhance intellectual growth. 2) Using Technology in Teaching: Provide training on creative use of technology, establish support teams, promote user-friendly platforms, and instill mindfulness in technology usage. 3) Creating a Positive Learning Atmosphere: Encourage positive communication, use inspiring words, connect lessons to real life, and show compassion towards students. 4) Planning and Evaluating Learning Outcomes: Set clear, measurable teaching objectives, create transparent systems, promote teamwork among teachers, and apply ethical principles in planning. 5) Analytical Thinking Skills: Encourage teachers to use thought-provoking questions, teach analysis through case studies, support hands-on activities, and apply systematic reasoning Yoniso Manasikara to foster deep thinking.