Research on the Correlation Between Procrastination and Study Alienation in University Students: Evidence From Russia

Abstract

The study of educational procrastination and alienation updates in the context of the rapid dynamics of the educational environment (an increase in the share of independent and distance learning, using new information technologies, etc.). This paper aims to establish the nature of the dependence of procrastination and alienation of university students. The paper presents the results of a survey of 110 students at Vyatka State University (Kirov) using several methods. Research results show that more than half of the students have a high level of procrastination; the majority (56%) of this group are inclined to the absolute alienation of study. There are high rates of alienation of students in learning, interpersonal relations, and self-attitude. The dominant forms of alienation were impotence, vegetation, and adventurism. The main reasons for procrastination are a challenge, “bad” perfectionism, disorganization, impulsivity, and reduced selfcontrol. The main conclusion is the positive relation between procrastination and alienation among university students.