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  • Introduces salutogenesis and sense of coherence (SOC) theory developed by Aaron Antonovsky.
  • Highlights the gap in SOC research within intercultural and cross-cultural study-abroad contexts like Semester at Sea (SAS).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate and compare levels of sense of coherence (SOC) among students participating in the SAS study-abroad program.
  • To examine differences in SOC sub-scales (meaningfulness, comprehensibility, manageability) across diverse student demographics.

Main Methods:

  • Employs a quantitative, cross-sectional correlational design over a 106-day voyage.
  • Utilizes Antonovsky's 29-item Life Orientation Questionnaire to assess SOC.
  • Compares SOC scores between US and international students, and between genders, after establishing measurement invariance.

Main Results:

  • Students reported highest overall scores in meaningfulness, followed by manageability and comprehensibility.
  • Women scored significantly higher in meaningfulness compared to men.
  • Findings suggest the motivational component of life is highly important for these students.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides valuable insights into sense of coherence (SOC) within a unique study-abroad population.
  • Results may inform the development of targeted interventions to enhance SOC across diverse student groups in SAS.
  • Contributes novel findings to SOC research in the context of international education programs.