Statements on educational/academic problems

Mean

Std. Dev.

Rank

I have problems meeting deadlines for submission of assignments.

3.183

0.838

1^st

I lack confidence in my ability to succeed academically.

3.160

0.754

2^nd

I have problems allocating time for my studies.

3.091

0.828

3^rd

I find it difficult to discuss my academic problems with my course tutors.

2.861

0.816

4^th

I have difficulty coping with course workload in my study centre.

2.853

0.834

5^th

I have difficulty preparing for examinations.

2.839

0.881

6^th

I have poor study skills/habits.

2.732

0.737

7^th

I have difficulty with the style of teaching in the study centre.

2.560

0.903

8^th

I have difficulty retrieving from memory during examinations.

2.301

0.926

9^th

I have problems attending lecturers regularly.

2.147

0.871

10^th