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Homesickness and Academic Failure Factors

1) The document discusses factors that contribute to academic failure among Namibian tertiary students. It identifies the main factors as difficulties understanding English, poor library facilities, and a lack of time management skills. 2) English is the primary language of instruction but many students come from rural areas where English is not common, making it hard for them to understand classes. Poor library services also hinder students' ability to effectively prepare for exams. 3) A lack of time management skills can lead students to not prioritize work, get inadequate sleep, and ultimately see their academic performance decline over time. This is one of the key reasons for high failure rates and low graduation among minority students.

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Homesickness and Academic Failure Factors

1) The document discusses factors that contribute to academic failure among Namibian tertiary students. It identifies the main factors as difficulties understanding English, poor library facilities, and a lack of time management skills. 2) English is the primary language of instruction but many students come from rural areas where English is not common, making it hard for them to understand classes. Poor library services also hinder students' ability to effectively prepare for exams. 3) A lack of time management skills can lead students to not prioritize work, get inadequate sleep, and ultimately see their academic performance decline over time. This is one of the key reasons for high failure rates and low graduation among minority students.

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English for academic purposes

(Distance)
ASSIGNMENT 2

Narib Lestor J | 221120300 | 2022/09/26


Question 1
1.1. Investigation
1.2. -
Homesickness is really a phenomenon that has not gotten much a
ttention over the years
-To study how sociotropy and autonomy are influenced by
homesickness with relation to depression.
-to
study the effect of homesickness on freshman students, and exa
mined the coping mechanisms used by students

1.3. Questionnaire
1.4.”the biggest conclusion that came from this research study is
that there is a connection between the distance an individual lives
away from home and their gender when it comes to having h
omesickness during college”

QUESTION 2

2.1.a.
Students tend to experience some sort of home sickness while attending co
llege.

b. There would be a higher use of coping mechanisms for the students who
experienced homesickness.

2.2. The questionnaire is distributed among 308 freshman students.

[Link] with the use of;

“At the end of the day”

Question 3
3.1.1. a

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3.1.2. c
3.2.1. c
3.2.2. b
3.2.3. c
3.4. Gaetz,L.,& Phadke,S.(2018).Academic
reading:Reading and writing across the [Link]
York:Pearson education limited.

PAGE 2
Question 4.

Report on Factors contributing to academic failure among


Namibian tertiary students

[Link]

Education plays an essential role in transforming [Link] role


of universities in the education sector is particularly of outmost
importance in a developing socio-economical [Link]
are where most Students gain socializing skills,objective pressure
maintance with execution,and pratical exposure to the real
working mass industry in a seemingly aim to prepare students for
future [Link] failure from universities is a
problem that has become a serious concern for tertiary
[Link] purpose of this report,therefore,is to discuss the
possible factors contributing to academic failure among Namibian
tertiary [Link] to recent surveys and
research,academic failure in tertiary education sector is mostly a
result of difficulties in understanding English,poor library facilities
and lack of time management skills.
2. Factors contributing to academic failure among Namibian tertiary
students
[Link] in understanding English

PAGE 3
Englsih is the learning language used at most tertiary institutions in
[Link] is found by research that most students come from remote areas
of the country where English is not a common language to further their
studies in developed towns with higher education facilities and learning
tools that are sometimes not available or adequate enough for the studies
they wish to [Link] a result,classes are comprised of students with un-
adequate English speaking-interpretion skills which for these students,may
results in them failing exams as they are unable to follow classes and
respond accurately to examined questions.

2.2. Poor library facility

Poor library services are one of the crucial causes of academic


failure among students. Some institutions according to the
survey don’t provide a well-structured library. They also don’t
provide the necessary books to the students and for majority of
students that prefer self-study to prepare for the
examinations,poor library services at respective institutions
hinder them from performing their level best as believed.

2.3. Lack of time management skills

A college environment's freedom and flexibility can derail


students who have not mastered time-management skills. Poor
time management can lead to a series of problems with deadlines
as one my develop problems with not knowing what to prioritize.
Declining academic performance is a consequence of poor time
[Link] heavy classloads,Students may attempt to
cope by dropping classes or withdrawing for a semester.
However, failure to maintain a grade point average may trigger
placement on academic probation. An overly programmed
schedule may convince students that adequate sleep is a lesser
priority, but the opposite is true,lack of sleep reduces the brain's
ability to process information and fully absorb its meaning. The
more this process is interfered with, the less effective

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performance becomes, according to the recent
studies. Graduation rates remain poor for minorities as effects
resulting from the lack of time management skills

[Link]

This report focused on factors that result in the rising and


continuous failure rate in institutions in [Link] key factors
include problems with understanding English among some
students,poor library services and lack of time management
[Link] solution is students are advised to assist each other in
matters that they do not underdstand and support each other to
persue their [Link] should provide
guidance,motivation and show more than willingness to help
students believe and carry out their capabilities.

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Library services play a crucial role in the academic performance of Namibian tertiary students. Poorly structured libraries lacking necessary books impede self-study, a preferred method for many students, thus affecting their ability to adequately prepare for exams and affecting their overall academic performance .

Minority students often face unique challenges with time management, which impacts their academic achievement. Ineffective time management can lead to a lower GPA, academic probation, and poor graduation rates. The stress of balancing language barriers and inadequate support structures exacerbates these challenges, highlighting the importance of developing strong organizational skills .

Understanding English is crucial for academic success in Namibian tertiary institutions because it is the medium of instruction. Lack of proficiency limits students' ability to follow lectures, understand academic content, and respond effectively in examinations, thereby increasing the risk of academic failure .

The research concludes that there is a connection between the distance an individual lives from home and their gender regarding homesickness during college. This implies that both the geographical distance and the gender of the student influence the intensity of homesickness experienced .

Peer support can help students address difficulties by encouraging understanding and collaboration, assisting with language challenges, and promoting time management strategies. Faculty involvement, such as guidance and motivational support, can increase students' belief in their capabilities and enable them to pursue their academic goals effectively .

Homesickness affects first-year college students by creating a psychological challenge as they adjust to a new environment. The study highlights that homesickness is linked to depression, influenced by factors such as sociotropy and autonomy. The research suggests that students experiencing homesickness are likely to utilize more coping mechanisms to manage their stress .

Language barriers, particularly difficulties in understanding English, significantly affect the academic success of Namibian students. Students from remote areas where English is not commonly spoken struggle with comprehension and expression in this primary instructional language, causing them to fail exams and misunderstand course material .

Poor time management leads to academic failure by causing missed deadlines and inadequate prioritization of academic work. Consequences include declining academic performance, the risk of academic probation, and potentially dropping classes or withdrawing for semesters. It also affects students' ability to balance schedules efficiently, often compromising adequate sleep, which is crucial for effective information processing .

The primary factors contributing to academic failure among Namibian tertiary students include difficulties in understanding English, inadequate library facilities, and poor time management skills. These factors hinder students' ability to perform well academically, leading to higher failure rates .

Inadequate library services compound time management challenges by forcing students to spend additional time searching for essential materials that are not readily available. This increases stress and reduces the time available for other academic activities, further complicating students' ability to manage their schedules effectively and perform well academically .

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