Applying boundary management theory to university students: A scoping review

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Eastgate, L
Bialocerkowski, A
Hood, M
Creed, PA
Griffith University Author(s)
Year published
2021
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The aim of this scoping review was to map the existing literature to determine the extent to which boundary management approaches have been used to explain how university students manage the boundaries between their various roles. Using a systematic process, nine databases and grey literature were reviewed for potentially relevant studies. After applying the inclusion criteria, a total of 12 studies were identified. The results from these indicated that boundary management was related to important student outcomes such as well-being, academic performance, role overload, role conflict, and role balance. These findings provide ...
View more >The aim of this scoping review was to map the existing literature to determine the extent to which boundary management approaches have been used to explain how university students manage the boundaries between their various roles. Using a systematic process, nine databases and grey literature were reviewed for potentially relevant studies. After applying the inclusion criteria, a total of 12 studies were identified. The results from these indicated that boundary management was related to important student outcomes such as well-being, academic performance, role overload, role conflict, and role balance. These findings provide universities and institutions with evidence that can assist them with understanding how students manage their multiple roles while at university. Areas for future research are highlighted.
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View more >The aim of this scoping review was to map the existing literature to determine the extent to which boundary management approaches have been used to explain how university students manage the boundaries between their various roles. Using a systematic process, nine databases and grey literature were reviewed for potentially relevant studies. After applying the inclusion criteria, a total of 12 studies were identified. The results from these indicated that boundary management was related to important student outcomes such as well-being, academic performance, role overload, role conflict, and role balance. These findings provide universities and institutions with evidence that can assist them with understanding how students manage their multiple roles while at university. Areas for future research are highlighted.
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Journal Title
International Journal of Educational Research
Volume
108
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Educational psychology
Industrial and organisational psychology (incl. human factors)
Higher education