A Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Teaching Model using a Cloud-Based Constructivist Learning Environment to Enhance Thai Undergraduate Creative Thinking and Digital Media Skills

Authors

  • Parawee Srikan School of Industrial Education and Technology King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL) https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4720-0299
  • Paitoon Pimdee School of Industrial Education and Technology at the King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), Bangkok, Thailand. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3724-2885
  • Punnee Leekitchwatana School of Industrial Education and Technology King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL) https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1355-2811
  • Akan Narabin Faculty of Science King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v15i22.24963

Keywords:

cloud, computational thinking, critical thinking, Internet, Thailand

Abstract


The objective of this research was to develop a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Model which used a cloud-based constructivist learning environment to enhance Thai undergraduate creative thinking and digital media skills. Initially using a mixed-methods approach, a five-step model was conceptualized. Thereafter, a panel of five academic experts gave input into the model’s design from which the model was expanded to include six related learning environments.  The instrument used in the research was a problem-based assessment form. Data collection was carried out utilizing group chats and analyzed using descriptive statistics including the mean and standard deviation. The results of the study revealed that the initial model contained five steps including (1) problem identification, (2), problem analysis, (3) research, (4) presentations, and (5) summary and evaluation, which is integrated into the model’s additional six learning environment elements. These six learning environments were (1) problem-based, (2) resources, (3) cognitive tools, (4) collaboration, (5) scaffolding, and finally, (6) coaching. When applying the proposed model and related environments, there was a consensus from the experts that the model had excellent suitability and can be used as a model for teaching and learning at the bachelor's degree level.

Author Biographies

Parawee Srikan, School of Industrial Education and Technology King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL)

Parawee Srikan is a doctoral student in the Computer Education Program, School of Industrial Education and Technology, King Mongkut Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), Bangkok, Thailand. Her research focuses on problem based cconstructivist learning environments, cloud computing and creative thinking.

Paitoon Pimdee, School of Industrial Education and Technology at the King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), Bangkok, Thailand.

Paitoon Pimdee is an Associate Professor with the School of Industrial Education and Technology at the King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL) in Bangkok, Thailand. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in science education. He also holds a Ph.D. in environmental education and behavioral sciences and specializes in environmental issues, energy conservation, and ecotourism.

Punnee Leekitchwatana, School of Industrial Education and Technology King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL)

Punnee Leekitchwatana is an Associate Professor in the School of Industrial Education and Technology at the King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL) in Bangkok, Thailand. She graduated with a B.Ed. and M.Ed. in science education and has an Ed.D. in curriculum research and development. She specializes in educational research, science education, curriculum development and measurement/evaluation in education.

Akan Narabin, Faculty of Science King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL)

Akan Narabin is an Assistant Professor with the Faculty of Science at the King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL) in Bangkok, Thailand. He graduated with a B.Sc., M.Sc. and Ph.D. degree in Computer Science. He specializes in computer programming, application software, and object oriented programming.

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Published

2021-11-19

How to Cite

Srikan, P., Pimdee, P., Leekitchwatana, P., & Narabin, A. (2021). A Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Teaching Model using a Cloud-Based Constructivist Learning Environment to Enhance Thai Undergraduate Creative Thinking and Digital Media Skills. International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies (iJIM), 15(22), pp. 68–83. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v15i22.24963

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