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ERIC Number: EJ882663
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2009
Pages: 21
Abstractor: As Provided
Reference Count: 38
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0888-210X
First Semester Experiences of Professionals Transitioning to Full-Time Doctoral Study
Austin, Janice; Cameron, Tracey; Glass, Martha; Kosko, Karl; Marsh, Fulya; Abdelmagid, Randa; Burge, Penny
College Student Affairs Journal, v27 n2 p194-214 Spr 2009
The purpose of this phenomenological study was to examine the experiences of full-time doctoral students transitioning from professional employment. Interview data were interpreted through a student transition and socialization conceptual framework. Five themes emerged: identity, integration, support systems, perseverance, and success vs. challenges. The results can be used to develop policies and programs aimed at reducing doctoral student attrition.
Descriptors: Professional Personnel, Career Development, Graduate Study, Doctoral Programs, Student Attrition, Identification, Educational Experience, Self Efficacy, Student Educational Objectives, Barriers, Dropout Research, Social Influences, Self Concept, Attitude Change, Time Management, Persistence
Southern Association for College Student Affairs. e-mail: admin@sacsa.org; Web site: http://www.sacsa.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: N/A
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