Papers by Ven.Sanjib Barua (Somochitto)
This study investigates the English writing difficulties encountered by third-year undergraduate ... more This study investigates the English writing difficulties encountered by third-year undergraduate students in the Faculty of Humanities at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University. The research aimed to: (1) identify the specific problems in students' writing skills, and (2) explore solutions to address these challenges. A mixed-methods approach was employed, utilizing a 45-item questionnaire administered to 70 students and follow-up interviews with five instructors. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, including frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations. Results revealed that most students perceive writing as the most difficult language skill to master. Analysis identified vocabulary as the most pressing concern, with a serious problem level (x=3.80). Challenges with grammar (x=3.28) and spelling (x=3.14) were at a moderately high level, while punctuation presented a lower-level difficulty (x=2.72). The findings indicate that students often rely heavily on teacherprovided structures during the writing process. To ameliorate these issues, the study recommends targeted instruction in syntax, grammar, vocabulary, and the writing process, coupled with sustained practice. Furthermore, fostering student selfawareness of their own weaknesses is crucial for improvement. The conclusions offer
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The need for compassionate and visionary leadership has never been more urgent in a world marked ... more The need for compassionate and visionary leadership has never been more urgent in a world marked by complex challenges and ethical dilemmas. This article explores the transformative potential of integrating Buddhist teachings into modern education to cultivate empathetic, moral, and effective leaders. Drawing from the core principles of Buddhism mindfulness, compassion, and wisdom it examines how these timeless values can address critical gaps in current educational paradigms, which often emphasize competition and material success over emotional intelligence and moral responsibility.
The article is about how Buddhist principles can be applied in educational institutions and how mindfulness, compassion-based curricula, and ethical reasoning can nurture both educators and students. By sharing case studies of successful implementations and neuroscience and psychology insights, it advances their use for emotional regulation, ethical decision-making, and interconnected leadership.
It also discusses the accompanying challenges, including potential cultural challenges and the need for inclusivity. It also offers a roadmap for developing education systems that can inspire compassionate leadership at all levels. So, by drawing on the hallmarks of Buddhist teachings and their alignment with the needs of contemporary education, this article imagines an era in which leaders possess the clarity, resilience, and education needed to navigate through complexities with true devotion to the common good ahead.
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Papers by Ven.Sanjib Barua (Somochitto)
The article is about how Buddhist principles can be applied in educational institutions and how mindfulness, compassion-based curricula, and ethical reasoning can nurture both educators and students. By sharing case studies of successful implementations and neuroscience and psychology insights, it advances their use for emotional regulation, ethical decision-making, and interconnected leadership.
It also discusses the accompanying challenges, including potential cultural challenges and the need for inclusivity. It also offers a roadmap for developing education systems that can inspire compassionate leadership at all levels. So, by drawing on the hallmarks of Buddhist teachings and their alignment with the needs of contemporary education, this article imagines an era in which leaders possess the clarity, resilience, and education needed to navigate through complexities with true devotion to the common good ahead.