Enhancing Student Success through Peer Learning and Collaborative Pedagogy in Higher Education

Dr. Sneha A. Khandait; Ela Agarkar; Yogesh Bhalekar1; Savita Chandel1; Tamanna Upadhyay; Shrikrishna Sonawane

Enhancing Student Success through Peer Learning and Collaborative Pedagogy in Higher Education

November 2025

Vol-11, Issue-6

Paper ID: 27771

ISSN: 2395-4396

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Research Area

Education

Keywords

Peer Learning Collaborative Education Higher Education Student Engagement Critical Thinking Learning Outcomes Problem-Solving Skills

Abstract

Peer learning and collaborative education have emerged as powerful pedagogical strategies in higher studies, significantly improving student engagement, critical thinking, and academic performance. This paper examines the effectiveness of peer-supported learning models, their theoretical foundations, and their practical applicability within higher educational institutions. Drawing on empirical studies, classroom-based evidence, and educational psychology theories, the paper highlights the advantages of collaborative learning for cognitive development, interpersonal skill growth, retention of knowledge, and long-term academic success. Challenges such as unequal participation, assessment complexities, and group dynamics are also discussed. Recommendations for enhancing collaborative practices in universities are proposed to strengthen both learning outcomes and student well-being.

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#	Name	Institute / Affiliation
1	Dr. Sneha A. Khandait	1Department of Science and Humanities (ES&H), Thakur college of engineering and technology (TCET), Kandiwali (E), Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
2	Ela Agarkar	Department of Science and Humanities (ES&H), Thakur college of engineering and technology (TCET), Kandiwali (E), Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
3	Yogesh Bhalekar1	Department of Science and Humanities (ES&H), Thakur college of engineering and technology (TCET), Kandiwali (E), Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
4	Savita Chandel1	Department of Science and Humanities (ES&H), Thakur college of engineering and technology (TCET), Kandiwali (E), Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
5	Tamanna Upadhyay	Department of Science and Humanities (ES&H), Thakur college of engineering and technology (TCET), Kandiwali (E), Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
6	Shrikrishna Sonawane	Department of Science and Humanities (ES&H), Thakur college of engineering and technology (TCET), Kandiwali (E), Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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Khandait, Dr. Sneha A., Agarkar, Ela, Bhalekar1, Yogesh, Chandel1, Savita, Upadhyay, Tamanna, & Sonawane, Shrikrishna (2025). Enhancing Student Success through Peer Learning and Collaborative Pedagogy in Higher Education. International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education, 11(6), 1056-1062.

MLA Style

Khandait, Dr. Sneha A., et al. "Enhancing Student Success through Peer Learning and Collaborative Pedagogy in Higher Education." International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education, vol. 11, no. 6, 2025, pp. 1056-1062.

IEEE Style

Dr. Sneha A. Khandait, Ela Agarkar, Yogesh Bhalekar1, Savita Chandel1, Tamanna Upadhyay, and Shrikrishna Sonawane, "Enhancing Student Success through Peer Learning and Collaborative Pedagogy in Higher Education," International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education, vol. 11, no. 6, pp. 1056-1062, 2025.

Vancouver Style

Khandait Dr. Sneha A., Agarkar Ela, Bhalekar1 Yogesh, Chandel1 Savita, Upadhyay Tamanna, Sonawane Shrikrishna. Enhancing Student Success through Peer Learning and Collaborative Pedagogy in Higher Education. International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education. 2025;11(6):1056-1062.

Harvard Style

Khandait, Dr. Sneha A., Agarkar, Ela, Bhalekar1, Yogesh, Chandel1, Savita, Upadhyay, Tamanna, & Sonawane, Shrikrishna (2025) 'Enhancing Student Success through Peer Learning and Collaborative Pedagogy in Higher Education', International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education, 11(6), pp. 1056-1062.

Chicago Style

Khandait, Dr. Sneha A., et al. "Enhancing Student Success through Peer Learning and Collaborative Pedagogy in Higher Education." International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education 11, no. 6 (2025): 1056-1062.

Turabian Style

Khandait, Dr. Sneha A., et al. "Enhancing Student Success through Peer Learning and Collaborative Pedagogy in Higher Education." International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education 11, no. 6 (2025): 1056-1062.