Engagement and emotional exhaustion among higher education students; a mixed-methods study of four student profiles
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 4098471 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Elisabeth F Klinkenberg (0000-0001-5800-0060, Inholland University of Applied Sciences, corresponding author), Melissa Versteeg (0000-0002-5957-9067, Inholland University of Applied Sciences), Rutger F Kappe (Inholland University of Applied Sciences), Rutger Kappe (Inholland University of Applied Sciences) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 49 |
| Issue | 11 |
| Pages | 1837-1851 |
| Publication date | 2024-11-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Studies in Higher Education (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0307-5079 • E-ISSN: 1470-174X |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/03075079.2023.2281533 |
| OpenAlex | W4388721803 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 10 |
| References cited | 28 |
A decline in both student well-being and engagement were reported during the COVID-pandemic. Stressors and internal energy sources can co-exist or be both absent, which might cohere with different student needs. This study aimed to develop student profiles on emotional exhaustion and engagement, as well as examine how profiles relate to student participation, academic performance, and overall well-being. Survey-data from 1,460 Dutch higher education students were analyzed and resulted in a quadrant model containing four student profiles on engagement and emotional exhaustion scores. Semi-structured interviews with 13 students and 10 teaching staff members were conducted to validate and further describe the student profiles. The majority of the survey participants were disengaged-exhausted (48%) followed by engaged-exhausted students (29%). Overall, the engaged-energized students performed best academically and had the highest levels of well-being and participation, although engaged-exhausted students were more active in extracurricular activities. The engaged-exhausted students also experienced the most pressure to succeed. The qualitative validation of the student profiles demonstrates that students and teachers recognize and associate the profiles with themselves or other students. Changes in the profiles are attributed to internal and external factors, suggesting that they are not fixed but can be influenced by various factors. The practical relevance of the quadrant model is acknowledged by students and teachers and they shared experiences and tips, with potential applications in recognizing students' well-being and providing appropriate support. This study enriches our grasp of student engagement and well-being in higher education, providing valuable insights for educational practices
Higher education · Mathematics education · Medical education · Stressor · Student engagement · Clinical Psychology · COVID-19 and Mental Health · Healthcare professionals’ stress and burnout · Medicine · Psychology · Resilience and Mental Health
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| Citations per year | 10 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2025 - 2026 (2) |
| Highly cited | No |