The Development of Career Skills Promotion Affecting the Quality of Life of Students in Opportunity Expansion Schools Under the Office of Kanchanaburi Primacy Educational Service Area 2

Abstract

This article aimed to study (1) examine the development of career skill promotion for students (2) assess students' quality of life (3) explore the impact of career skill promotion on students' quality of life, and (4) identify approaches for enhancing career skill promotion that influence students' quality of life. The research employs both quantitative and qualitative methods, using the frameworks of the Ministry of Education (2008) and Power, Bullinger, and the WHOQOL Group (2002). The study area includes educational institutions under the jurisdiction of the Primary Educational Service Area Office, Kanchanaburi Region 2. The sample consists of 233 teachers from basic education schools (extended opportunity schools) within this jurisdiction, selected using Krejcie and Morgan’s sample size table and stratified random sampling. The research instruments include questionnaires, and data were analyzed using various statistical methods and content analysis with descriptive interpretation. The findings indicate that: 1) The development of career skills among students is at a high level, with problem-solving skills and knowledge-seeking skills ranked the highest. 2) Students’ quality of life is at a high level, particularly in the aspects of physical well-being, mental well-being, social relationships, and environment. 3) Key factors affecting students’ quality of life are collaborative working skills and problem-solving skills. 4) Effective development approaches include organizing activities based on students’ interests, promoting diverse skills, and ensuring students can apply their knowledge in real life. This study highlights essential processes for developing career skill promotion among students, particularly in school administration. The findings can be applied to educational management, emphasizing leadership, networking, curriculum development, and student-centered approaches.