Investigating the Role of Well-Being in Academia: Student-Teacher Interactions and the Impact of Academic Performance on Students

Ibrahimi, Blinera (2023) Investigating the Role of Well-Being in Academia: Student-Teacher Interactions and the Impact of Academic Performance on Students. Bachelor thesis, Psychology.

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Abstract

Despite extensive research on well-being over the years, a universally accepted definition is still lacking. Nonetheless, research continues to explore this concept, including the present study. We investigated the conceptualization of general well-being, and well-being within academia, given the concerning decline in mental health among students and teachers. In addition, we explored the interaction between student and teacher well-being, an area that has received limited research attention. Furthermore, this paper examined the relationship between student well-being and academic achievements. Our study employed a qualitative research design, collecting data through in-depth interviews, and served as a continuation of the research initiated by Kiltz et al. (2020). Our findings highlighted the intricate and varied components involved in the conceptualization of well-being, and we identified various factors that shape the interaction between student and teacher well-being. Our results also aligned with our proposed theoretical frameworks: Self-Determination Theory, Positive Psychology, resilience, and Social Constructivism. Lastly, our findings suggest that academic achievements partly influence students’ well-being. However, the nature of qualitative research introduces certain limitations. We advocate for future studies employing mixed methods or quantitative designs for enhanced reliability in research around well-being.

Item Type:	Thesis (Bachelor)
Supervisor name:	Ballato, L.
Degree programme:	Psychology
Differentiation route:	None [Bachelor Psychology]
Date Deposited:	28 Jul 2023 08:07
Last Modified:	28 Jul 2023 08:07
URI:	http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/2653

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