Thực trạng quản lý hoạt động giáo dục kỹ năng sống cho trẻ ở các trường mầm non quận Tân Phú, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

Abstract

This article presents the research findings on the current management of life skills education in preschools in Tan Phu District, Ho Chi Minh City, focusing on four core management functions: planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating. The study employed a mixed-methods approach, combining a questionnaire survey with 90 administrators and teachers from eight preschools and in-depth interviews to supplement quantitative data. The results show that the management of life skills education is generally rated from Fair to Good, with overall mean scores ranging from 4.65 to 4.76. Schools have established specific plans, conducted regular monitoring and evaluation, and maintained cooperation with parents. However, four major limitations were identified: insufficient facilities, equipment, and teaching materials; lesson plans remain theoretical and poorly aligned with practical contexts or children’s developmental characteristics; limited supervision and professional support during implementation; and teachers’ lack of flexibility in integrating life skills education into daily activities. The main causes include budget constraints, uneven teacher competencies, and the absence of standardized assessment tools for preschool levels. The study proposes prioritizing investment in facilities and teaching materials, enhancing teacher training on instructional and assessment methods, and standardizing assessment criteria and tools suitable for preschool children.