Abstract

This research aimed to develop an integrated learning experience model through storytelling to promote executive functions in early childhood and investigate children’s executive tasks. Using purposive sampling, the target group consisted of 40 kindergarten children in their third year at Khon Kaen Kindergarten School, during the first semester of the 2024 academic year. The experiment lasted eight weeks, two days per week, and 60 minutes per day. The research tools used included an integrated learning experience model through storytelling to promote executive functions and the MU.EF-101 form. A single-group study was conducted, with measurements taken only after the experiment. Data were analyzed using percentages. The research findings revealed: 1) The integrated learning experience model through storytelling to promote executive functions for early childhood comprises five components: (1) Background, theories, principles, objectives, and content; (2) A four-step experiential process including create curiosity interest, analytical thinking and experiential connection; brainstorm to create a model symbol; and action and Reflection; (3) Evaluation; (4) Application of the model; and (5) Supporting factors. Expert evaluation indicated that the model was highly appropriate. 2) Early childhood children who experienced the model demonstrated improved executive functions at a good level or higher (T-Score 56–60), accounting for 85 percent.

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