THE EVALUATION OF THE PROJECT ON ENHANCING STUDENTS’ CAPACITY IN SUPPLEMENTARY LEARNING THROUGH ONLINE LEARNING PLATFORMS FOR STUDENTS IN THE SPECIAL PROGRAM FOR PROMOTING EXCELLENCE IN SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS, AND TECHNOLOGY (SMTP) AT THASALAPRASITSUKSA SCHOOL UNDER THE NAKHON SI THAMMARAT SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AREA OFFICE

Abstract

     This research aimed to evaluate the project on Enhancing Students’ Capacity in Supplementary Learning through Online Learning Platforms for students in the Special Program for Promoting Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Technology (SMTP) at Thasalaprasitsuksa School, under the Nakhon Si Thammarat Secondary Educational Service Area Office. The evaluation covered three dimensions: context, process, and outcome. The sample consisted of 78 participants, including school administrators, teachers, and students. In addition, 7 key informants provided qualitative data. The research instruments were questionnaires and interviews. Quantitative data were analyzed using percentage, mean, and standard deviation, while qualitative data were analyzed through content analysis.

The findings revealed that:

1. Context dimension: The overall evaluation was at the highest level (=4.87), particularly in the items related to project objectives and alignment with policies. Qualitative data indicated that the project was appropriate and necessary, consistent with educational policies, reduced limitations on classroom learning time, and responded to students’ needs.


2. Process dimension: The overall evaluation was at the highest level (=4.78), especially in the items concerning implementation planning and monitoring and evaluation. Qualitative findings reflected that the project was effectively planned, implemented, and monitored using technology to track students’ learning progress. However, continuous improvement and development are required to maximize the effectiveness of the implementation process.


3. Outcome dimension: The overall evaluation was at the highest level (=4.74), particularly in the item of satisfaction with the use of the online learning management platform. Qualitative data revealed that students demonstrated improved learning behaviors, expressed satisfaction with the online platform, and showed better understanding of content and skills aligned with the project objectives.