The Study of factors Thai Language Literacy of Grade 1 Students in Rayong Primary Educational Service Area Office 1

Abstract

This research aimed to 1) investigate the factors influencing Thai language literacy among Grade 1 students under the jurisdiction of the Rayong Primary Educational Service Area Office 1, and 2) explore the guidelines for improving Thai language literacy among these students. The study employed a survey research methodology. The sample group consisted of 162 Grade 1 Thai language teachers from schools under the Rayong Primary Educational Service Area Office 1 in the academic year 2024, selected through simple random sampling. The research instrument was a questionnaire regarding the factors influencing Thai language literacy among Grade 1 students within the specified educational service area. The research was conducted in four stages: obtaining permission for data collection, coordinating with relevant agencies, verifying the completeness of the data, and analyzing and synthesizing the results. The findings revealed that 1) the factors influencing Thai language literacy among Grade 1 students included individual factors, family, teachers, and the learning environment. Overall, the level of influence was high. When considering each factor, the order of influence from highest to lowest was learning environment, teachers, family, and individual factors.  2) As for the guidelines to enhance Thai language literacy, the study suggests that development should be proactive and continuous, focusing systematically on each factor to promote effective learning that aligns with the students' contexts in all dimensions.