ERIC Number: EJ1288034
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021
Pages: 23
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ISSN: ISSN-1546-2331
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Student Perceptions of Value: A Qualitative Study of Student Experiences in the Communication Center
Stewart, Briana M.; Malterud, Andie; Lawrence, Heidi Y.; Broeckelman-Post, Melissa A.
Basic Communication Course Annual, v33 Article 6 p57-77 2021
The goal of this study was to understand student experiences in and perceptions of a new communication center. Researchers conducted 22 semi-structured qualitative interviews with students who visited the communication center and conducted a thematic analysis of the interview transcripts. Overall, the findings suggest that students had positive experiences and indicated some areas for future development. The primary value of communication center lies in the knowledge and perceived credibility of the coaches. The communication center also serves as a unique site for addressing communication apprehension and helping students transfer communication skills to other contexts. To continue to develop, additional resources are needed to invest in coaches, space, and marketing in order to adequately serve the needs of all students.
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Values, Student Experience, Academic Support Services, Communication (Thought Transfer), Communication Skills, Undergraduate Students, Anxiety, Program Evaluation
University of Dayton Department of Communication at eCommons. 300 College Park, Dayton, OH 45469. e-mail: BCCAeditor@clemson.edu; Web site: https://ecommons.udayton.edu/bcca/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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