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Transitions in higher education: what we think, what we expect and what we get

Maunder, R., Cunliffe, M. and Mjali, S. (2010) Transitions in higher education: what we think, what we expect and what we get. Poster presented to: Learning and Teaching Conference, The University of Northampton, 2012-12-03.

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Abstract:
Transitions refer to periods when people experience a change in their everyday routine (Zittoun et al., 2003). In the course of education, such transitions occur as people move into different stages of their learning (Hviid & Zittoun, 2008). Previous investigations of transition in higher education have highlighted aspects such as perceived academic competence, motivation and social and personal identity as important in the process (Fazey & Fazey, 2001; Maunder et al, 2010). Understanding students’ higher education transition experiences can 1) provide insight into how learners experience their educational journey and 2) benefit institutions in their induction and support processes. The aim of this investigation therefore was to explore how do undergraduate psychology students talk about their experiences of transition in higher education.
Creators:
Maunder, R., Cunliffe, M. and Mjali, S.
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:
Faculties > Faculty of Health & Society > Psychology
Research Centres > Centre for Psychology and Social Sciences
Date:
13 May 2010
Date Type:
Publication
Journal or Publication Title:
Learning and Teaching Conference
Event Title:
Learning and Teaching Conference
Event Dates:
2012-12-03
Event Location:
The University of Northampton
Event Type:
Other
Language:
English
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
No
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