Qualitative study explores leadership learning through equine-assisted learning in university students, indicating its role in personal and professional growth.
Key Points
The study aims to explore how equine-assisted learning (EAL) influences leadership development among university students.
Conducted in-depth, semi-structured interviews with seven participants, including educators and an EAL facilitator.
Transcribed and analyzed qualitative data using reflexive thematic analysis.
Identified four main themes: communication and self-awareness, trust and relationship-building, resilience and problem-solving, teamwork and leadership practice.
Participants described EAL as offering unique opportunities for experiential leadership learning.
Cite This Study
Sivagurunathan et al. (2026) studied this question.