The Impact of Student Safety Education on Safety Awareness of Early Childhood Education Majors at Yunnan Open University, Yunnan, China

Yi Huo; Winit Pharcharuen; Non  Naprathansuk; Suriyajaras Techatunminasakul

Authors

Yi Huo School of Administrative Studies, Maejo University, Thailand
Winit Pharcharuen School of Administrative Studies, Maejo University, Thailand
Non Naprathansuk School of Administrative Studies, Maejo University, Thailand
Suriyajaras Techatunminasakul School of Administrative Studies, Maejo University, Thailand

Keywords:

Safety Awareness, Early Childhood Education, Yunnan Open University

Abstract

This study aims to examine the level of safety awareness among Early Childhood Education majors at Yunnan Open University, identify key factors influencing safety education, and propose strategies for improving safety education. The research utilized a survey questionnaire to assess students' perceptions of safety education. The data were analyzed using mean scores and standard deviations.

The findings revealed that the overall safety awareness level among students was moderate, with specific areas such as safety education perception (M=2.59), safety awareness culture (M=2.58), and personal safety awareness (M=2.55) indicating that safety education and activities were insufficient for fostering high levels of awareness. Furthermore, the relevance of safety education content, particularly concerning fire prevention and accident response, was identified as a key factor influencing students' safety awareness. Based on the results, several recommendations were made to improve safety education, including increasing the frequency and depth of safety training, encouraging self-reflection and peer-to-peer learning, and conducting more practical safety drills (e.g., fire, earthquake, and accident drills). Additionally, fostering a stronger safety culture through continuous promotion and open communication between students and faculty was suggested. Implementing these strategies is expected to enhance students' safety awareness and preparedness, ultimately creating a safer and more proactive learning environment.

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