3P Model: A Model for Developing Desired characteristics of Gen Z Students According to the Changing Social Context

Abstract

          This research aimed to study, develop, and evaluate a model for developing desired characteristics of secondary school students at Srinagarindra the Princess Mother School, Phuket. The research was separated into 3 phases, namely (1) R₁D₁ developed the desired characteristics development model, (2) R₂D₂ improved the model, and (3) R₃D₃ created the desired characteristics development model, or the 3P Model. In assessing the effectiveness of 3P Model, data from a sample of 771 were collected from school administrators, teachers, parents, school committees and students through the in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and online questionnaires.

          The results revealed that using the 3P Model (Participation, Positive approach, and Positive behavior) that provides opportunities for school administrators, teachers, parents, school committees and students to participate from the design of the development process to the assessment of students’ characteristics (Participation), uses a positive approach without penalty, instead students were encouraged to be self-managed and motivated with a certificate (Positive approach ) can develop student behavior to meet school criteria (Positive behavior). As a results students passed the criteria at a good level or above, increased by 10.98 percent. For students who did not pass the criteria, they were eager to participate in behavior improvement activities. In addition, the survey results showed that the levels of participation and satisfaction of both parents and students were high.