In this research project, we aim to investigate how a positive attitude toward school life can improve students’ psychological well-being. To achieve this goal, cultivating an inclusive study environment for all students should be a top priority. We conducted and co-organized workshops (i.e., in positive psychology, inclusive education, and mental well-being) with the Department of General Study of the University and one Hong Kong University to strengthen students’ well-being. Through these seminars (intervention), we hope to establish an inclusive school environment in the university that will benefit all students. After the intervention, we found a significant improvement in students’ knowledge of positive psychology (p< .001), attitude toward positive psychology (p< .001), and behavior in positive psychology (p< .001). It showed a moderate to strong correlation in pre and post-test (r = .43 to r = .83, p <.01). The scales’ reliability is strong (α .85 to .94). For the moderation effect, the mean of the three factors ranged from (M = 4.42, SD = 0.82) to (M = 4.90, SD = 0.89). the multiple regression was significant in pr<.001), ΔR2 = 0.19, pre-test score (β = 0.42) and semester effect (β = 0.46). Through this project, we hope to establish a culture of learning diversity in the university.

Authors:
Chih Nuo Grace Chao, Saint Francis University, Hong Kong
Nga Man Angel Leung, The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Kuen Fung Sin, The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

About the Presenter(s)
Dr Chih Nuo, Grace Chao is a University Assistant Professor/Lecturer at Saint Fancis University in Hong Kong

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