Abstract:
This research and development study aimed to create and evaluate a program designed to promote adaptability among undergraduate students, grounded in self-efficacy theory. Conducted over six weeks during the second semester of the 2023 academic year, the study involved 33 first-year undergraduate students from a private university in Bangkok. The research instruments included an adaptability scale, an observation form, and an interview form. Quantitative data were analyzed using percentages, arithmetic mean, and t-test statistics, while qualitative data were examined through content analysis. The program was developed based on four key principles: evaluating self-ability through personal mastery experiences with positive expectancy, evaluating goals and self-regulation to achieve targets, creating a positive learning environment, and reflecting on performance to enhance self-efficacy. The content aimed to enhance students' adaptability in learning, social, and emotional aspects through six key areas: self-awareness, understanding others, communication and social etiquette, media and media literacy, problem-solving skills, and teamwork. The implementation of the program followed a structured procedure divided into four stages: evaluating self-capability and setting goals, planning based on self-capability to reach goals, self-monitoring of the plan, and reflecting on performance to build self-efficacy. The program was conducted in three phases: pre-program, during-program, and post-program. Both quantitative and qualitative assessments were used to measure adaptability. The findings indicated that students showed significantly higher adaptability in the post-program phase compared to the pre-program phase, with a significance level of .05. Specifically, students demonstrated significant improvements in coping and managing problems skill and new searching-learning skills. However, there was no significant difference in self-regulation skills between the pre-and post-program phases. Overall, students exhibited more appropriate adaptability after participating in the program based on self-efficacy theory.