Abstract
This article examines the process of social development experienced by college students that brings new knowledge and a model for social development in sociology of higher education. Findings from 15 in-depth field interviews reveal that there are four main elements in the social development experienced by this group of students. The process begins with the self-awareness by students of their social condition both in past and present situations. The second element is their adaptability, where students come to understand how to interact within their circumstances and are able to find new ways to adapt to their environment. This is followed by the third element, responsibility, where students become responsible to the degree that they possess leadership abilities; thoughtfulness, independence, supportiveness and determination. The last element is potentiality, which is important in helping students progress to a higher stage of life by actualizing their full potential.
Highlights
In Malaysia, college and universities like other organization create products or services to meet a particular set of needs
Four themes emerged within the social development process: (a) Self Awareness, (b) Adaptability, (c) Responsibility and (d) Potentiality
This analysis of conversations regarding the social development of students suggests that there are four major themes in the process; self awareness, adaptability, responsibility and potentiality
Summary
In Malaysia, college and universities like other organization create products or services to meet a particular set of needs. The health of higher education institution depends on its providing value in by services and being recognized as doing so. A strong social climate gives strength to students and encourages them to continue engagement with the task, analyze strategies and manage the failure and its frustrations. In this way human contact and interaction become fruitful stimuli to a student’s development (Stockard & Mayberry, 1992; Calhoun, Light & Keller, 1997; Robinson, 1997; Goh & Khine, 2002 and Gonyea, 2006). Suggests that education, especially in higher institutions, is contributing significantly to the progress of the nation and its people
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