Psychoeducational program based on emotion management to improve presentation skills in university students

Abstract

Background: This experimental study aimed to evaluate whether implementing a psychoeducational program based on emotion management effectively improves presentation skills in university students. Methods: The research adopted a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design. The sample consisted of 55 students of both sexes selected through non-probabilistic sampling, who participated in 14 sessions of a psychoeducational program focused on managing emotions such as joy, nervousness, surprise, anger, calmness, and disappointment. A questionnaire with appropriate content validity and reliability levels was administered to assess the program's effectiveness. Results: The experimental and control groups showed similarities in the pretest results. However, in the post-test, the experimental group achieved significantly higher levels of emotion management. Conclusions: The psychoeducational program based on emotion management effectively improves presentation skills in university students. Therefore, it is suggested that the program be replicated and teachers be trained in emotional management techniques, creating a more understanding and empathetic educational environment where students feel supported in managing their emotions effectively.