HO CHI MINH CITY UNIVERSITY OF INDUSTRY AND TRADE FACULTY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES UNDERSTANDING PARENTAL PRESSURE ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AMONG FINAL-YEAR ENGLISH MAJORS AT HUIT Student’s name: TRAN DUY LONG Supervisor’s name: Dr. TRUONG THI NHU NGOC Ho Chi Minh City, 2023 HO CHI MINH CITY UNIVERSITY OF INDUSTRY AND TRADE FACULTY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES UNDERSTANDING PARENTAL PRESSURE ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AMONG FINAL-YEAR ENGLISH MAJORS AT HUIT Student’s name: TRAN DUY LONG Supervisor’s name: Dr. TRUONG THI NHU NGOC Ho Chi Minh City, 2023 BỘ CÔNG THƯƠNG CONG HOA XÃ HỘI CHỦ NGHĨA VIỆT NAM TRƯỜNG ĐẠI HỌC CÔNG Doc lap — Tự do — Hạnh phúc THUONG TP. HO CHI MINH KHOA NGOẠI NGỮ BẢN GHI NHẠN CHỈNH SỬA 1.
Những thông tin chung: Họ và tên sinh viên (Số lượng sinh viên: ) (1) Tran Duy Long MSSV: 2029202087 Lớp: 11DHAV04 Tên đề tài: UNDERSTANDING PARENTAL PRESSURE ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AMONG FINAL-YEAR ENGLISH MAJORS AT HUIT. Những điều chỉnh theo góp ý của hội đồng Bảo vệ đề cương: Nội dung điều chỉnh hoặc DH TT Nội dung góp ý lý do không điều chỉnh Xem lại cách diễn đạt câu hỏi Research question 2: How 1 nghiên cứu số 2 do parental pressures affect final- year English majors at HUIT? Sua format theo form khoa: bổ „| sung mục cầu trức nghiên cứu vào 1.1 nên đựa ra cuội 2. Previous studies 3_ | chương 2 4 "-.ẽ 3 en & & Stim2 Recommendation 4 ; Phan Discussion: không nên Đã được chia các đề mục 5 việt dàn trải, nên chia theo các mục đề | rõ rang hon trả lời 2 câu hỏi nghiên cứu Students under pressure from parents: Factors contribute to parental pressures experienced by final-year English majors at HUIT: Parental pressures impact final-year English majors at HUIT: Overcoming parental pressure: Freedom in Decision: Tp. Hồ Chí Minh, ngày.
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Truong Thi Nhu Ngoc, whose invaluable guidance and advice played a crucial role in the completion of this work. Her support carried me through all the stages of writing my project, and | am truly grateful for her expertise and assistance. | would also like to extend my thanks to the members of my committee for creating an enjoyable defense experience and for providing insightful comments and suggestions that greatly contributed to the improvement of my work. Furthermore, | would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to my friends for their unwavering support and understanding throughout the research process and the writing of my project.
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Student’s name Tran Duy Long ABSTRACT Parental pressure is a_ globally studied phenomenon, particularly in America, Europe, and Asia. Despite its worldwide attention, Vietnam lacks specific studies on this topic, relying primarily on online magazine articles. This research delves into the perspectives of Vietnamese public university English majors on parental pressures. Five final-year English majors from a Vietnamese public university participated in semi-structured interviews.
The findings identify imposition and compulsion as primary factors causing parental pressures. Participants’ opinions on the impact of parental pressures vary, with some viewing the phenomenon as motivational and others recognizing negative effects on creativity. Parental pressures result in mental difficulties, discomfort, and anxiety. Participants’ coping mechanisms involve setting study schedules and seeking family understanding.
Maintaining authenticity and establishing personal goals also proved to be effective. Despite pressure, participants asserted their autonomy. The results significantly contribute to shaping positive approaches to parenting, education, and policy- making. Keywords: parental pressures, English majors CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.
Introduction Pressure and stress are common in today's society, especially for young people, 2014). Moreover they also demonstrated that inadequate resolution of these psychological pressures can potentially lead to the development of mental health issues among individuals, induce depression of adolescents (Ma et al. Parents’ imposition of extreme expectations is noted as a factor that can inadvertently subject children to considerable stress, Authoritarian parents utilize a system of rewards and punishments to ensure compliance with rules and exert control over their children, as noted by Akhtar and Aziz (2011). Rather than actively listening to their child, these parents tend to dictate and guide their development based on a predetermined plan.
This controlling approach often leads to feelings of depression in children who are compelled to conform to their parents' wishes. Consequently, parental pressure emerges as a significant factor influencing academic achievement on students. Akhtar and Aziz (2011) in their study focusing on Indian male and female university students in a Masters program, a cluster sampling technique was used to select 156 students from three university departments (Business Administration, Computer Science, and Economics). An opinionnaire was administered to assess students’ perceptions of parental pressure.
The findings revealed a positive impact of parental pressure on academic achievement, particularly among female students. Parent pressure did not significantly affect the academic achievement of male students. Notably, Business Administration students demonstrated a positive relationship between parental pressure and academic achievement. However, it is important to note that this research paper did not extensively focus on the negative aspects of parental pressure on students.
Therefore, it would be valuable to explore and include the negative effects of parental pressure in your research paper, providing comprehensive and accurate details. According to Dr. Nguyen Thi Tham, a Doctor of Psychology and Education, parents often prioritize their children's physical health, but tend to overlook or dismiss their mental wellbeing. Parents frequently lean on their adult psychology and life experiences to evaluate and judge their young children.
Nevertheless, parents must recognize that their child's physiology changes significantly during puberty. Diverse physical, emotional, and psychological transformations mark this stage. Therefore, it becomes essential for parents to be attentive to their child's mental health needs during this period. Significance of the study The study on understanding parental pressure on academic achievement among final-year English majors at HUIT holds significant importance for several reasons.
Firstly, it sheds light on a prevalent issue faced by many students pursuing higher education. Parental pressure is a common phenomenon that can have profound effects on students' academic experiences, mental health, and overall well- being. By specifically focusing on final-year English majors at HUIT, the study provides valuable insights into a specific group of students who may encounter unique challenges and expectations related to their academic field. Secondly, the study's findings can enhance our understanding of parent-child dynamics regarding academic achievement.
By examining the nature of parental pressure, the challenges faced by students, and the factors involved, the research can inform targeted interventions to alleviate its negative effects. The study's findings can pave the way for future research on parental pressure in diverse academic fields and institutions. This broader exploration will foster a comprehensive understanding of the issue and aid in the development of effective strategies to address parental pressure on academic achievement in various educational contexts. As an English language major, studying at the University of Industry and Trade, I want to develop and implement this topic with my peers to see if they are under pressure from their parents, the difficulties they face, and to find ways to reduce the pressure on their children from parents.
Purpose of the study As an English language major at the University of Industry and Trade, I am interested in exploring the topic of parental pressure on students and the difficulties they face. I would like to engage in discussions with my peers to understand if they also experience pressure from their parents and the specific challenges they encounter as a result. The purpose of this study is to investigate and gain a comprehensive understanding of the parental pressure experienced by final-year English majors at HUIT, and its impact on their academic achievement. By examining the perceptions, experiences, as well as the nature and sources of pressure from parents, this research aims to provide valuable insights into the complex dynamics between parental expectations and academic performance in the context of undergraduate English education.
The primary objectives of this study are to provide clear definitions of parental pressure, examine the correlation between parental pressure and academic achievement among final-year English language students at HUIT, identify the challenges faced by students when experiencing pressure, explore the adverse effects of parental pressure, investigate the consequences of such pressure, explore the coping mechanisms employed by students to manage negative pressures and propose strategies to alleviate stress and effectively deal with parental pressure. The ultimate goal of these conversations and collaborative efforts is to create a positive change in our academic environments. By addressing the issue of parental pressure and finding ways to mitigate its negative effects, we can promote a healthier and more balanced approach to education.4, Research questions Research question 1: What factors lead to parental pressures among final- year English majors at HUIT? Research question 2: How do parental pressures affect final-year English majors at HUIT? 1. Definition of keywords Parental pressure is when parents push their children to excel in a variety of areas.
Fathers and mothers sometimes put a lot of pressure on their children to do well in all areas, particularly academics (Moneva & Moncada, 2020). Parental pressure, according to Levine (2006), is the significant focus placed on external achievements such as academic success, extracurricular activities, and societal standards. This pressure is frequently motivated by a desire to give the finest opportunity for children and assure their future success. On the other hand, contends that when parental pressure becomes extreme, it can have a detrimental impact on children's mental health, self-esteem, and general development (Levine, 2006).
Gupta and Khan (1987) define parental pressure as behavior indicating an expectation of unfavorable or even impossible levels of achievement by children.