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Purpose cool กิ่วๆ

The purpose of this independent study is to understand the challenges and discrimination faced by
LGBTQ individuals in sports, particularly transgender athletes. Historically, LGBTQ individuals have
been marginalized and punished for their sexual orientation and gender identity, with many forced
to hide their true selves and denied certain rights. Despite some progress in recent years, many
LGBTQ individuals still face discrimination and bullying, particularly in sports communities. The study
suggests that adding a third, "open" category for LGBTQ athletes would be more inclusive and fairer
to all athletes, regardless of their gender identity. The study aims to promote understanding,
acceptance and compassion for LGBTQ individuals in sports communities.

Sample cool กิ่วๆ

the sample of the study consisted of 60 students in grade 9, 10 and 12 at Nawaminthrachinuthit

triamudomsuksanomklao school who were studying English programs. The participants were chosen
randomly from the population of Thai people living in Thailand. The sample size was chosen to be 60
participants in order to have a representative sample of the population and to have enough data to
be able to draw valid conclusions. The gender of the participants was mixed to find out if it affected
their attitudes on LGBTQ who participate in sport competition. The sample was selected using
random sampling method in order to eliminate bias and increase the representativeness of the
sample.

Instrument cool กิ่วๆ

the main research instrument used to collect data on the students’ attitudes and opinions toward
LGBTQ who participate in sport competition was a questionnaire. The questionnaire was developed
through a 4-step process: firstly, the researchers studied relevant information and relevant studies
of LGBTQ who participate in sport competition, then listed the questionnaire questions and adapted
them to fit the study’s purposes, secondly, the first draft of the questionnaire was submitted to the
advisor of the study to ensure whether the questionnaire was on the right track or not, thirdly, the
questionnaire was revised according to the advisor’s comments and navigated with a group of
students who shared similar characteristics to find out if it worked well or not, finally, the
questionnaire was revised again. The completed questionnaire consisted of 3 sections including an
introduction, general knowledge of the participants on LGBTQ, and an open-ended question where
participants can express their attitudes and opinions about LGBTQ who participate in sport
competition.

data collection and analysis cool กิ่วๆ

the data collection process involved the use of a questionnaire as the main research instrument. The
procedures of data collection were explained to the participants, and they were given 7 days to
complete the questionnaire through a google form. After the participants returned the completed
questionnaires, the researchers rechecked all the questionnaires to ensure that all questions were
answered. Finally, every question/item was analyzed and transformed into numerical data by the
researchers for further data analysis. The data analysis in this study was done through prescriptive
analysis. The data collected from the questionnaire were analyzed to understand the students’
opinions and attitudes on LGBTQ who participate in sport competition. The data from the open-
ended questions were used to describe and explain the students’ opinions on LGBTQ who participate
in sport competition through inductive reasoning. The researchers used the numerical data to
identify patterns and trends in the students’ responses and draw conclusions about their attitudes
and opinions on the subject. Additionally, the data were analyzed based on the participants' gender
and age to find out if it affects their attitudes on LGBTQ who participate in sport competition.