The Mediational Role of Engagement in the Relationship Between Curiosity and Student Development: A Preliminary Study

Veselina P. Vracheva (), Robert Moussetis and Ali Abu-Rahma
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Veselina P. Vracheva: Chapman University
Robert Moussetis: North Central College
Ali Abu-Rahma: Abu Dhabi University

Journal of Happiness Studies, 2020, vol. 21, issue 4, No 18, 1529-1547

Abstract: Abstract This paper examines relationships among curiosity, engagement, and student development across five domains—(1) cognitive complexity, (2) knowledge acquisition, construction, integration, and application, (3) humanitarianism and civic engagement, (4) intrapersonal and interpersonal development, and (5) practical competence. Although extant research examines antecedents and outcomes of engagement extensively, no study explicitly assesses curiosity, engagement, and student development. Results suggest that engagement mediates epistemic and perceptual types of curiosity and student development. Educators and administrators can use these findings to create engaging education during which curiosity swiftly transforms into holistic student development.

Keywords: Engagement; Curiosity; Student development; Mediation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2020
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