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Title: Emerging Trends and Challenges in International Student Research: A Content Analysis of Recent Dissertations (2022-2024)
Language: English
Authors: Krishna Bista, Oluwasegun Adesola Oladipo, Lin Ge
Source: Journal of International Students. 2026 16(4):103-138.
Availability: Journal of International Students. 4005 Spurgeon Drive #6, Monroe, LA 71203. Tel: 318-600-5743; Fax: 318-342-3131; e-mail: jis@ojed.org; Web site: https://www.ojed.org/index.php/jis/index
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 35
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Information Analyses
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Foreign Students, Educational Trends, Educational Research, Barriers, Doctoral Dissertations, Models, Research Methodology, Geographic Regions, Intellectual Disciplines, Foreign Countries
Geographic Terms: North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, South America
ISSN: 2162-3104
2166-3750
Abstract: This study presents a content analysis of 470 doctoral dissertations published between 2022 and 2024, examining emerging trends, theoretical frameworks, and research approaches related to international students. Using a qualitative content analysis approach and descriptive statistics, the study systematically analyzed the dissertations to identify recurring themes and issues. The key themes identified include teaching and learning; academic practices; acculturation and intercultural competence; career development and leadership; experiences and challenges; mobility and policy contexts; social diversity and inclusion; institutional support; and well-being. The findings show a predominant use of qualitative methods, a concentration on U.S.-based contexts, and a strong disciplinary focus on higher education. Gaps include insufficient attention to digital and online education, underrepresentation of non-Western regions, and insufficient theoretical grounding. The study underscores the need for more inclusive, interdisciplinary, and methodologically diverse research to inform policies and practices that support international students' academic success, well-being, and global mobility in an evolving educational landscape.
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Accession Number: EJ1502339
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