Author: Clara Salvatori, Mara Maretti
Abstract
This case study delves into the factors influencing university drop-out at the University of Chieti-Pescara, offering a comprehensive perspective. It conducts an in-depth analysis of the motivations and dynamics leading students to interrupt their educational paths. Utilizing text mining techniques and qualitative coding of interviews with former students, the study identifies key drop-out factors. The findings provide valuable insights into the reasons for drop-out, contributing to the formulation of effective strategies for enhancing student retention and offering recommendations for educational institutions.
Keywords: University Drop-out, Grounded Theory, Text mining
DOI:
No Url FoundNotes on contributors
CLARA SALVATORI, sociologa di formazione, è attualmente studentessa del Corso di Dottorato in Science and Technology for Sustainable Development all’Università degli Studi “G. D’Annunzio” di Chieti-Pescara.
E-mail: clara.salvatori@unich.it
MARA MARETTI insegna Metodologia delle scienze sociali e politiche sociali all’Università degli Studi “G. D’Annunzio” di Chieti-Pescara.
E-mail: mara.maretti@unich.it