Assessing Adequacy of University Rewards in Meeting Students’ Needs

Abstract

The project aims to assess the influence  of university reward systems on  students' development and determine  whether current practices align with  students' needs. By employing a  comprehensive mixed-methods  approach, data will be collected from a  diverse range of university students  through surveys and qualitative  interactions. The study will evaluate the  effectiveness and sufficiency of existing  reward structures in addressing  students' varied demands, including  academic success, personal  development, and wellbeing. It will  examine different incentives, their  perceived effectiveness, and their  alignment with students' preferences  and goals. The research will also identify  gaps in reward structures, focusing on  fairness, inclusion, and recognition of  non-academic achievements. The  study's results will inform universities in  enhancing their incentive structures,  fostering a supportive environment that  meets students' needs. By promoting  motivation, engagement, and overall  well-being, the research aims to  enhance academic achievement and  facilitate holistic student development