The Study of Compatibility between Gestalt and Social Cognitive Theory of Tertiary Level Students via Sketches at Wat Phumin, Nan Province

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Social Cognition; Social Theories; Foreign Countries; Architecture; Churches; Cultural Background; Heritage Education; Cognitive Processes; Freehand Drawing; Visual Perception; Adult Learning; Tourism; Postsecondary Education

The study takes place in the setting of Wat Phumin, located in Nan Province, Thailand. This revered temple has proudly maintained its magnificent presence for centuries, earning worldwide acclaim as a symbol of timeless greatness. Located in northern Thailand, Wat Phumin in the province of Nan captures the attention of visitors with its intricate connection between local people and cultural surroundings. The researcher creatively uses sketches of Wat Phumin from the website to understand how tertiary level students perceive and interact with the temple's architecture and cultural heritage. The study used quantitative methods to collect and analyze data, using percentage, mean, and Pearson correlation coefficient. This study aims to understand Gestalt and Social Cognitive Theory, cultural context's impact on cognitive processes and social learning. Urban sketching contributes to Global Goals and sustainable cities by capturing Wat Phumin, Nan Province. The main objective of this research is to enhance people's understanding of the complexities of human cognition and visual perception, with Wat Phumin in Nan Province serving as an intriguing case study. As a result, this study also set the stage for innovative pedagogical models to come.

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2024

ED656134