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Course management and students’ expectations: theory‐based considerations

M. Ronald Buckley (Michael F. Price College of Business, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, USA)
Milorad M. Novicevic (School of Business Administration, University of Mississippi, Holman, Mississippi, USA)
Jonathon R.B. Halbesleben (Michael F. Price College of Business, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, USA)
Michael Harvey (School of Business Administration, University of Mississippi, Holman, Mississippi, USA)

International Journal of Educational Management

ISSN: 0951-354X

Article publication date: 1 March 2004

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Abstract

This paper proposes a theoretical, yet practical, framework for managing the formation process of students unrealistic expectations in a college course. Using relational contracting theory, alternative teacher interventions, aimed at effective management of students expectations about the course, are described. Also, the formation of the student entitlement process is examined. Finally, a matrix of remedies for effective management of students' unrealistic expectations is proposed. In conclusion, practical implications of the proposed framework for the advancement of teaching scholarship are outlined.

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Buckley, M.R., Novicevic, M.M., Halbesleben, J.R.B. and Harvey, M. (2004), "Course management and students’ expectations: theory‐based considerations", International Journal of Educational Management, Vol. 18 No. 2, pp. 138-144. https://doi.org/10.1108/09513540410522261

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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