Comparative Study of Feedback Quality in Higher Education: New Zealand vs. China

This research proposal investigates the quality of feedback in higher education, focusing on a comparative analysis between New Zealand and China. Feedback plays a crucial role in enhancing student learning and has garnered significant interest in comparative research across different countries. This study aims to answer the following research questions:

• What are the similarities and differences in the quality of feedback in higher education between New Zealand and China?
• What factors influence the quality of feedback in higher education within both countries?
• What best practices in feedback within higher education can be adopted by both New Zealand and China?

Methodology

This study will employ a mixed-methods approach to comprehensively examine the quality of feedback in higher education between the two countries. Both qualitative and quantitative data collection methods will be utilized.

Qualitative Data Collection

In-depth interviews with students and academics from both New Zealand and China will be conducted. The interviews will be face-to-face, with participants selected through purposive sampling. A semi-structured interview guide, developed based on the research questions, will guide the interviews. The interviews will be audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Thematic analysis will be used to analyze the data.

Quantitative Data Collection

A survey will be administered to students from both countries. The online survey, utilizing random sampling, will be designed based on the research questions. It will include questions about the quality of feedback, factors influencing its quality, and best practices in feedback. Descriptive statistics will be used to analyze the collected data.

Data Analysis

Both qualitative and quantitative data will be analyzed separately. Thematic analysis will be applied to the qualitative data, while descriptive statistics will be used for the quantitative data. The findings from both analyses will be integrated to provide a holistic understanding of the quality of feedback in higher education between New Zealand and China.

Expected Outcomes

This study anticipates providing valuable insights into the quality of feedback in higher education between New Zealand and China. It will identify similarities and differences in feedback quality, explore factors influencing it, and identify best practices that can be adopted by both countries.

Conclusion

This research aims to investigate the quality of feedback in higher education between New Zealand and China. A mixed-methods approach will be used to collect and analyze data, providing a comprehensive understanding of feedback practices and identifying best practices that can be adopted for improved student learning in both countries.

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