Adaptability to Learning Activities Under the 2018 General Education Curriculum of First, Second, and Third-Grade Students in Primary Schools in the Northern Mountainous Region of Vietnam

The study focuses on analyzing and assessing students' adaptability to learning activities under the 2018 General Education Curriculum in primary schools in the northern mountainous region of Vietnam in three aspects: cognition, emotions and attitudes, and actions. The results were evaluated based on a sample of 180 first, second, and third-grade students from six primary schools across three provinces: Bắc Kạn, Lào Cai, and Cao Bằng. The primary research method used was a questionnaire survey combined with in-depth interviews. The study results indicate that students have a correct and comprehensive understanding of their learning tasks, maintain a positive attitude, and demonstrate academic performance at a high level. However, some students lack confidence and initiative, and their speed and quality in completing assignments remain inadequate. Based on these findings, we propose several recommendations for schools, teachers, and students to help first, second, and third-grade students enhance their adaptability to learning activities in Grade 1.