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Integrating positive psychology principles in vocational education: A new approach to boosting student well-being and academic motivation

Year: 2025

Type: article

Study designs: Randomized Controlled Trial, Clinical Trial

Abstract: This study aims to analyze the integration of the principles of positive psychology (PP) in terms of a multidimensional approach to the well-being of students receiving vocational education. The study involved undergraduate students in the full-time program. They were randomly divided into an Intervention group (n = 123) and a Control group (n = 124). Both groups studied according to the same curriculum. The difference between the groups was that the Intervention group's daily lectures and practical classes integrated the PP principles. This group also participated in additional training on PP. The study assessed the well-being and motivation of the students before and after the intervention for both groups. The researchers confirmed that the integration of PP principles contributes to the well-being of students. There was a strong connection between the variables of positive well-being and motivation (Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation). Gender was the only socio-demographic factor that influenced the well-being of students during the PP interventions. Teachers and educational administrators may adapt the presented approaches to their specific objectives and tasks, taking into account the needs and characteristics of their students.

Source: Acta Psychologica

DOI: 10.1016/j.actpsy.2025.104834

Authors: Rui Wang, Hongshan Zhang

Institutions: Shanxi Institute of Science and Technology, Hainan Vocational University of Science and Technology

Language: English

Topic: Psychological Well-being and Life Satisfaction

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Good health and well-being, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,670