The Impact of Classroom Management on Students Behavior at Higher Secondary Level

Abstract

This study examined the impact of classroom management on student’s behavior with particular reference to some selected Higher Secondary level Universities The study employed survey design. The instrument for data collection was structured questionnaire titled Impact of Classroom Management on Student’s Behavior Questionnaire (ICMSB). The sample for the study consisted of 80 respondents. The research questions were answered using Mean scores, and standard deviation while chi-square was used in testing the hypotheses. Findings from the study indicated that, classroom rules have significant impact on student’s behavior. Also, active monitoring has significant impact on student’s behavior. Also, effective communication has significant impact on student’s behavior. Furthermore, discipline has significant impact on student’s behavior. Based on the findings of the study, the following recommendations were made; teachers should execute their authority as the leaders of the classroom, teachers should monitor and be observant to know when learners’ behavior becomes disruptive, communication should be made in clear language and furthermore, effective school discipline should be encouraged.