September 10, 2025Journal of Teaching and LearningOpen Access

Exploring the Lived Experiences of Chronic Absenteeism Among Undergraduate Students at a Historically Black University: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis

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PWPatrick M. WhiteheadAlbany State University RLRonald Leonhardt MMMalisha Mishoe

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Interpretative phenomenological analysis reveals significant barriers to attendance among students, highlighting life conflicts and perceived course relevance.

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Chronic absenteeism contributes to increased failure rates and a 34% graduation-to-retention rate among students.
The interpretative phenomenological analysis involved interviews with 13 students, revealing life conflicts and course relevance issues.
Barriers impacting attendance increased significantly post-COVID-19, affecting diverse students' academic performance.
Recommendations include clearer course policies and ensuring course content aligns with students' academic majors.

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Whitehead et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23f1fb210217d647959fd https://doi.org/10.22329/jtl.v19i2.8221

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Interpretative phenomenological analysis reveals significant barriers to attendance among students, highlighting life conflicts and perceived course relevance.

Exploring the Lived Experiences of Chronic Absenteeism Among Undergraduate Students at a Historically Black University: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis

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