Understanding And Practice Regarding Student Well-Being: Perspectives Of Students And Teachers

Abstract

Students' well-being is of paramount importance to their academic success and personal development. Nurturing a supportive environment that prioritizes mental and physical health fosters resilience and enhances overall learning experiences. The objectives of the research study  are to identify the perceptions of students and teachers regarding student well-being, to examine the strategies that educators use to promote student well-being. Also, to [1]determine the effectiveness of these strategies in promoting student well-being and to identify areas for improvement in the promotion of student well-being. The present research study is based on the interpretivism paradigm. The qualitative research method is chosen and based on an exploratory research design. For this purpose, teachers and students of grade 9th and 10th from public sector schools of Lahore are considered the population of study. The sample of 10 teachers and 20 students were selected by random sampling technique. Data collection for the research study involved conducting interviews with teachers and focused group discussions with students. After data collection, it was analyzed using the NVivo Software. Research findings indicate that both students and teachers recognize academic pressures, social dynamics, and access to support services as crucial factors affecting student well-being.