In 2010 we commissioned a review of research on student engagement by Professor Paul Trowler and Vicki Trowler.
This led to the development of a literature review a summary of the evidence a briefing for institutional decision-makers and a set of case studies of student engagement initiatives in action. These documents describe and employ the evidence that exists on the nature and benefits of student engagement. The summary of evidence provides a good starting point to this work as it describes the key statements regarding student engagement that are supported by the available international evidence along with relevant references:
- an evidence summary (PDF 784KB)
- an international literature review (PDF 472KB)
- a Framework for Action for institutional decision-makers (PDF 196KB)
- a set of case studies (PDF 1240KB)
The value of student engagement as an important factor in educational gain was also highlighted by an HEA publication authored by Graham Gibbs Dimensions of Quality
Please click here for more information about the HEA's work on student engagement