Exploring the Benefits of Joining Peer Groups for First-Year Students: A Case Study of a South African University
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| Title: | Exploring the Benefits of Joining Peer Groups for First-Year Students: A Case Study of a South African University |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Mntuyedwa, Vuyokazi (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Student Affairs in Africa. 2023 11(1):39-47. |
| Availability: | University of Pretoria. Lynwood Avenue, Hatfield, Pretoria, 0002, Republic of South Africa. Tel: +27-12-420-4940; Fax: +27-12-420-4921; Web site: https://upjournals.up.ac.za/index.php/jsaa |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 9 |
| Publication Date: | 2023 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | College Freshmen, Peer Groups, Peer Relationship, Student Leadership, Extracurricular Activities, Academic Support Services, Social Integration, Foreign Countries |
| Geographic Terms: | South Africa |
| ISSN: | 2307-6267 |
| Abstract: | This qualitative study explored the benefits of peer group support for first-year South African students who live in university residences. A case study design was adopted and data were collected from first-year students via focus group interviews at a selected South African university. Thematic analysis revealed the benefits for first-year students joining peer groups in the residences, such as a sense of belonging, receiving academic support, developing student leadership roles, and involvement in co-curricular activities. In addition, the study highlights the need for implementing student programmes to assist first-year students in transitioning from school to university. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2023 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1400450 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This qualitative study explored the benefits of peer group support for first-year South African students who live in university residences. A case study design was adopted and data were collected from first-year students via focus group interviews at a selected South African university. Thematic analysis revealed the benefits for first-year students joining peer groups in the residences, such as a sense of belonging, receiving academic support, developing student leadership roles, and involvement in co-curricular activities. In addition, the study highlights the need for implementing student programmes to assist first-year students in transitioning from school to university. |
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| ISSN: | 2307-6267 |
