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Cultural Identity in Global Context: Validation of a Social and Emotional Learning Model for Thai Adolescents

Authors
Pantipa Thiamta1, Suntonrapot Damrongpanit1, *
1Department of Educational Foundations and Development, Faculty of Education, Chaing Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
*Corresponding author. Email: suntonrapot.d@cmu.ac.th
Corresponding Author
Suntonrapot Damrongpanit
Available Online 1 December 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-904-9_6How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Social and Emotional Learning; Confirmatory Composite Analysis; Adolescent Development
Abstract

This research aimed to develop and validate a measurement model of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) by bridging universal conceptual frameworks with the Thai cultural context. A sample of 684 lower secondary school students from the upper northern region of Thailand participated in the study, with data collected through questionnaires and analyzed using confirmatory composite analysis. The findings revealed a culturally-specific SEL structure for Thai students comprising five core components with 20 indicators: self-awareness (3 indicators), self-management (5 indicators), social awareness (4 indicators), relationship skills (5 indicators), and responsible decision-making (3 indicators). Intriguingly, while all components demonstrated equal significance in explaining SEL consistent with universal frameworks, the indicator weights varied significantly, reflecting the profound influence of Thai cultural values and contexts. Notably, emotion recognition and management emerged as the most influential indicator within self-awareness, empathy dominated social awareness, while conflict management showed the lowest weight in relationship skills, a clear reflection of Thailand’s conflict-avoidant cultural orientation. This study highlights the critical importance of cultural context in SEL structure and provides valuable insights for developing culturally responsive assessment tools and intervention programs that authentically address the needs of Thai students in the post-COVID-19 era.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Educational Reform (ICER 2025)
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Atlantis Highlights in Social Sciences, Education and Humanities
Publication Date
1 December 2025
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978-94-6463-904-9
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2667-128X
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