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Qualitative evaluation of Project P.A.T.H.S. in Hong Kong: focus groups based on Secondary 3 program implementers
1Department of Applied Social Sciences, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, PR China. daniel.shek@polyu.edu.hk
International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health
|September 11, 2012
Summary
The Tier 1 Program of Project P.A.T.H.S. (Positive Adolescent Training through Holistic Social Programs) was positively evaluated by program implementers. Findings suggest the program effectively benefits adolescent psychosocial development.
Area of Science:
- Adolescent Psychology
- Educational Program Evaluation
- Social-Emotional Learning
Background:
- The Tier 1 Program of Project P.A.T.H.S. (Positive Adolescent Training through Holistic Social Programs) is designed to support adolescent development.
- Evaluating the effectiveness of school-based psychosocial programs is crucial for optimizing interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the perceptions of program implementers regarding the Tier 1 Program of Project P.A.T.H.S.
- To assess the perceived benefits of the program on participants' psychosocial domains.
Main Methods:
- Ten focus groups were conducted with 42 program implementers from 10 schools.
- Data were collected during the 2008/09 school year.
Main Results:
- A majority of implementers used positive language and metaphors to describe the program.
- Implementers perceived significant benefits for participants across various psychosocial domains.
Conclusions:
- The study provides further evidence supporting the effectiveness of the Tier 1 Program of Project P.A.T.H.S.
- Positive implementer perceptions correlate with perceived benefits in adolescent psychosocial development.