DIFFERENCES BETWEEN VULNERABLE AND NON-VULNERABLE STUDENTS REGARDING THE PSYCHOLOGICAL ABILITIES AND SELF-CONTROL SKILLS WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT OF LEARNING

This research aimed to analyze and compare cognitive-affective and behavioral psychological skills from 1005 students who entered the Escuela Politecnical Nacional (EPN) leveling course in the first semester of the year 2019, made up by two population groups or segments formed by: 218 students belonging to vulnerable groups and 787 students belonging to non-vulnerable groups. The comparative calculations were performed using ANOVA statistical analysis. The results show that students belonging to vulnerable groups have a higher level of discouragement and disorganization, greater distraction in classes, greater distrust of their abilities, greater perception of job saturation and more disinterest compared to their colleagues who are not part of vulnerable groups. However, there were better perceptions in relation to being considered a good student, and in relation to their discipline and perfectionism. These results are part of inputs for a priority work policy and directed with these groups, verifying that motivational aspects and social skills are fundamental elements for student success.