Kiewiet, Paulien (2024) The Purpose Fulfilment Gap; What Student and Educators Think About University Education. Bachelor thesis, Psychology.
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Abstract
This study examines the perspectives of students and educators on the extent to which university education is fulfilling its purpose. A questionnaire was developed to evaluate how university education 'should be’ compared to how it ‘is’, from both student and educator perspectives. This questionnaire was distributed among a sample of university students (N = 167) and educators (N = 35). The key findings indicate significant gaps between current and perceived purposes of university education, as evaluated by students and educators. The topics with the greatest gaps were related to the need for inclusivity, practical courses, career preparation and feeling supported. There was no significant difference in perceived purposes between educators and students, and upon closer examination, it was evident that they mostly agreed on the areas that require improvement. The findings suggest a need for alignment between educational policies and practices to more effectively fulfil the expectations of stakeholders. These insights contribute to ongoing discussions about educational reforms and the evolving role of university education in a rapidly changing world.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Bachelor) |
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| Supervisor name: | Sarampalis, A. |
| Degree programme: | Psychology |
| Differentiation route: | None [Bachelor Psychology] |
| Date Deposited: | 23 Jul 2024 13:38 |
| Last Modified: | 23 Jul 2024 13:38 |
| URI: | http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/4077 |
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