The Participatory Characterization Based on STEM Education in the Restricted Area for Fishing at Tha Song Korn Temple in Khon Kaen Province

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the participatory characterization based on STEM Education in the restricted area for fishing in front of the temple on the banks of Tha Song Korn River. The qualitative research methodology was used in this study. Data were collected by using field study methods along with in-depth interview and observation. Data were analyzed by using documentary analysis by using triangulation techniques. The results showed that the participatory characterization in the conservation area for fishing in front of the temple on the banks of Tha Song Korn River developed due to the collaboration of local government agencies, community, and villagers. It was found that the temple helped improve the water pollution in front of the temple by promoting the collaboration of all the stakeholders based on STEM Education in four steps; planning, implementation, taking benefits, and evaluation. The abbots and monks transferred the knowledge of water conservation to villagers along with the assistance of government agencies and the governors in the community, the surrounding area can be developed to be tourist attraction of the public. This holistic method derived from combining knowledge of science, mathematics, technology and engineering design based on STEM education leads to sustain management in the community.