CULTURAL LEARNING MODEL FOR DEVELOPING CULTURAL INNOVATORS IN THAI-RAMAN COMMUNITY (MON), BANG KRADI, BANGKOK

Abstract

This study aimed to 1) investigate the body of cultural capital knowledge for learning management related to Sabai Mon, and 2) develop a cultural learning model for fostering cultural innovators in the Thai-Raman (Mon) community of Bang Kradi. A mixed methods design was employed, comprising qualitative research to examine cultural capital and participatory action research to develop the model. The study involved 11 participants: 3 elders and cultural knowledge holders, and 8 individuals interested in developing Sabai products. Research instruments included an in-depth interview and a learning reflection form. Data were analyzed using content analysis.

          The findings revealed that: 1) cultural capital knowledge related to Sabai Mon can be categorized into two dimensions: specific knowledge of Sabai Mon and broader cultural capital of the community; and 2) the learning model consisted of three steps: Step 1 Cultural awareness and ice-breaking; Step 2 Cultural knowledge transmission; and Step 3 Design and development. This model supports the progression of participants from cultural learners to cultural innovators. The results suggest that integrating cultural capital with participatory learning processes can support Sustainable Development Goal 4 through contextually grounded learning models that strengthen learners’ social and community-based cultural identity.