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Title<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>A Study of Availability and Adequacy of Ample Space in College for Students<\/span><\/p>\n

Author:<\/span><\/b> Sahil Phonde, Jashmin Mohanty, Piyush Bhimalwar<\/span><\/p>\n

Introduction<\/span><\/b>:<\/span><\/b> Physical infrastructure plays a vital role in creating a conducive learning environment in higher educational institutions. Adequate space in colleges\u2014including classrooms, libraries, laboratories, corridors, common rooms, study areas, and recreational zones\u2014significantly impacts students\u2019 comfort, academic engagement, and overall well-being. Ample and well-planned space facilitates effective teaching-learning processes, promotes collaboration, and reduces congestion-related stress among students.<\/span><\/p>\n

With increasing student enrolment in colleges, space constraints have become a growing concern. Overcrowded classrooms, limited study areas, insufficient seating arrangements, and lack of common spaces may negatively affect students\u2019 academic performance and satisfaction with the institution. Therefore, it is important to assess students\u2019 perceptions regarding the availability, adequacy, and usefulness of physical space within the college campus. Understanding these perceptions can help institutions plan infrastructure development and improve the overall student experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

Objective<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>To analyze students\u2019 perception regarding the availability and adequacy of ample space in the college campus.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Literature Review:<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

1) Importance of Physical Space in Higher Education Institutions<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Kuh et al. (2010) emphasized that campus infrastructure and spatial design significantly influence student engagement and learning outcomes. The study highlighted that adequate classroom space, study areas, and informal learning spaces contribute positively to students\u2019 academic involvement and satisfaction. The authors concluded that well-designed physical environments support collaborative learning and enhance students\u2019 sense of belonging within the institution.<\/span><\/p>\n

2) Impact of Campus Space on Student Satisfaction<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

A study by Temple and Fillippakou (2007) examined students\u2019 perceptions of campus facilities and found that availability of sufficient space directly affects students\u2019 comfort and learning efficiency. Overcrowding and poor space utilization were identified as major factors leading to dissatisfaction among students. The study suggested that colleges should regularly assess space adequacy and involve students\u2019 feedback in infrastructure planning to ensure a supportive learning environment.<\/span><\/p>\n

Data Collection<\/span><\/b>: <\/span><\/b>To analyse students\u2019 perception regarding the availability of ample space in college, five statements were framed using a 5-point Likert scale<\/b>. A Google Form was designed with a linear scale ranging from 1 to 5. The responses were coded as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n