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Area of Science:

  • Higher Education
  • Educational Psychology
  • Sociology of Education

Background:

  • Student consumerism and academic entitlement are increasingly discussed phenomena in higher education.
  • These attitudes frame education as a commodity, leading students to expect preferential treatment and participation in pedagogical decisions.
  • While often anecdotal, the pervasiveness of these attitudes necessitates scholarly attention due to their potential negative impacts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the contributing factors behind academic entitlement and student consumerism.
  • To analyze the potential consequences of these student attitudes on the academic environment.
  • To provide actionable recommendations for faculty and administrators to manage these issues.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing anecdotal and empirical evidence.
  • Analysis of factors contributing to student entitlement (personal, societal, academic).
  • Development of recommendations based on identified causes and effects.

Main Results:

  • Academic entitlement and consumerism are linked to negative outcomes such as grade inflation, student incivility, altered teaching practices, and reduced faculty morale.
  • Multiple factors, including personal issues, societal pressures, and institutional practices, contribute to these student attitudes.
  • Specific institutional and pedagogical adjustments can mitigate the challenges posed by academically entitled students.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing academic entitlement and student consumerism requires a multifaceted approach involving faculty and institutional strategies.
  • Understanding the root causes is crucial for developing effective interventions.
  • Proactive measures can help maintain academic integrity and foster a positive learning environment for all stakeholders.