Teaching Quality and Student Engagement in Higher Education
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.54518/nes.2.1.2024.1261Keywords:
Teaching Quality, Student Engagement, Higher Education, Instructional Quality, Teaching Effectiveness, Student-Centered LearningAbstract
Teaching quality plays a critical role in promoting student engagement and improving educational outcomes in higher education. This study examines the relationship between teaching quality and student engagement through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) using the PRISMA 2020 framework. Studies published between 2019 and 2023 were systematically collected from major academic databases and analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings indicate that high-quality teaching positively influences student engagement by improving instructional effectiveness, learning participation, academic achievement, and learning satisfaction. Student-centered instructional practices, pedagogical competence, supportive learning environments, and positive teacher–student relationships further strengthen student engagement and educational effectiveness. However, challenges including technological change, diverse student learning needs, increasing instructional demands, and the need for continuous professional development continue to influence teaching quality. The study concludes that strengthening teaching quality is essential for enhancing student engagement and achieving educational excellence in higher education.
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