نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
نویسندگان
1 دانشگاه تبریز
2 مدرس دانشگاه فرهنگیان
چکیده
کلیدواژهها
موضوعات
عنوان مقاله [English]
نویسندگان [English]
Background and Objectives: Student research centers serve as significant academic and research hubs, playing a crucial role in the development and enhancement of students' research capabilities. However, these centers face numerous challenges that hinder their full potential. The purpose of this study is to identify the challenges and opportunities present in student research centers from the perspective of their managers and to propose strategies for improving their status.
Methods: This study employs a qualitative approach with a phenomenological methodology. Data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews with 15 managers of student research centers in East Azerbaijan Province. Data analysis was conducted using Colaizzi’s seven-step method.
Findings: The findings indicate that student research centers face several issues, including a lack of equipment, financial constraints, a lack of expertise in scientific fields, and administrative bureaucracy. Additionally, weaknesses in the research knowledge and skills of teachers and students, disproportionate workload assignments, and the absence of appropriate operational guidelines were identified as key challenges.
Conclusion: To improve the performance of student research centers, there is a need for increased resource allocation, specialized training for teachers and students, and the development of operational guidelines tailored to the needs of these centers. Moreover, addressing financial issues and streamlining administrative processes could enhance the quality of research activities in these centers.
Keywords: Student Research Centers, Lived Experiences of Managers
کلیدواژهها [English]
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