Well-being of students in higher education: The importance of a student perspective

Recently, there has been an increased interest in the well-being of students in higher education. Despite the widespread consensus on the importance of student well-being, a clear definition continues to be lacking. This study qualitatively examined the student perspective on the topic through semi-...

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Vydáno v:Cogent education Ročník 10; číslo 1
Hlavní autoři: Douwes, Rynke, Metselaar, Janneke, Pijnenborg, Gerdina Hendrika Maria, Boonstra, Nynke
Médium: Journal Article
Jazyk:angličtina
Vydáno: Abingdon Cogent 31.12.2023
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ISSN:2331-186X, 2331-186X
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Shrnutí:Recently, there has been an increased interest in the well-being of students in higher education. Despite the widespread consensus on the importance of student well-being, a clear definition continues to be lacking. This study qualitatively examined the student perspective on the topic through semi-structured interviews at a university of applied sciences in the Netherlands (n = 27). A major recurring theme was well-being as a balance in the interplay between efforts directed towards studies and life beyond studies. This method of perceiving well-being deviates from theoretical definitions. Students mentioned various factors that influence their well-being. Responses ranged from personal and university related factors to external factors beyond their educational institution. This study contributes to the body of knowledge on the well-being of students in higher education and provides suggestions for educational institutions, such as incorporating a holistic perspective on students and learning; and focus points for the development of policies and practices.
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ISSN:2331-186X
2331-186X
DOI:10.1080/2331186X.2023.2190697