THE EVALUATION OF A YOUNG YOUTH PROJECT AWAY FROM NARCOTICS THEPPARAT PITTAYASAN SCHOOL UNDER THE OFFICE OF NAKHON SI THAMMARAT SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AREA

Abstract

        This study aimed to assess participants' reactions, learning, behavior, and outcomes in a project called "Youth Empowered: Drug-Free Futures." The research utilized the Kirkpatrick evaluation model. The sample group included one school administrator, 14 teachers, and 54 secondary school students from grades 1 to 6 during the 2022 academic year, totaling 69 participants. Evaluation tools consisted of opinion questionnaires and focus group interviews. Data were analyzed using means, standard deviations, and content analysis. The research results indicated that the overall outcomes were at the highest level. Specifically, the evaluation results were categorized as high and highest levels. The behavioral evaluation yielded the highest mean, followed by the outcome evaluation. The learning evaluation, however, had the lowest mean among all evaluated aspects.

The results showed that:

1. The overall reaction evaluation results were at the highest level ( =4.51). It was noted that the number of hours allocated for lectures and activities was appropriate. The lecturers utilized effective techniques and methods to convey knowledge, making the content easy to understand. The training venue and equipment were also deemed convenient, contributing to the high average score.

1. The overall learning evaluation results were high ( =4.43). It was observed that students with good mental health tend to have cheerful and optimistic personalities, which received the highest average score.


2. The overall behavioral evaluation results were at the highest level ( =4.56). Students demonstrated a strong ability to solve various life problems independently and to adapt to different environments, both of which received the highest average ratings.


3. The overall outcome evaluation results were at the highest level ( =4.55). Students effectively used life skills to avoid and distance themselves from drugs and to provide knowledge to others facing similar challenges, achieving the highest average score in these areas.