Strategies for curbing maladjustment behaviour in public primary school pupils

Project Abstract

Maladjustment behavior in public primary school pupils is a prevalent issue that can negatively impact their academic performance, social interactions, and overall well-being. This research project aims to explore effective strategies for curbing maladjustment behavior in public primary school pupils. The study will employ a mixed-methods approach, including qualitative interviews with teachers, parents, and school counselors, as well as quantitative surveys and behavioral assessments of the pupils. The research will focus on identifying the root causes of maladjustment behavior in public primary school pupils, which may include factors such as family dynamics, peer relationships, academic challenges, and socio-economic background. By understanding these underlying causes, educators and stakeholders can develop targeted interventions to address and prevent maladjustment behavior in pupils. Several strategies will be explored in this research project, including implementing social-emotional learning programs in schools, providing individualized support and counseling for pupils, fostering positive teacher-student relationships, and promoting a safe and inclusive school environment. The effectiveness of these strategies will be evaluated through pre- and post-intervention assessments of pupil behavior and academic performance. Additionally, the research will examine the role of parental involvement in addressing maladjustment behavior in public primary school pupils. By engaging parents in the intervention process and providing them with resources and support, educators can create a collaborative approach to supporting pupils with maladjustment behavior. Overall, this research project seeks to contribute to the existing literature on strategies for curbing maladjustment behavior in public primary school pupils. By identifying effective interventions and best practices, educators and school administrators can create a more supportive and nurturing learning environment for pupils, ultimately improving their academic outcomes and overall well-being.

Project Overview

<p> </p><div><p><strong>INTRODUCTION</strong><br><strong>Background of the Study</strong><br>Primary schools are established with the aim of producing<br>pupils who are worthy in character and learning. Pupils are expected to acquire knowledge, skills, experience and discipline<br>that will help them sharpen their destiny and rebuild them from<br>what they used to be to what they intend to become. Pupils at<br>this level of education fall between the ages of 6 to 11 plus (NPE,<br>2004). This period is described as the childhood age period which<br>has been christened by some psychologists as a period below the<br>legal age of responsibility or accountability (Okobia &amp; Ohen,<br>2006). Children like human beings are social in nature. They<br>hardly live in isolation but prefer to live and interact with one<br>another (Idowu &amp; Yahaya, 2013).<br>The urge for a child to interact in school usually creates<br>some challenges which need to be addressed especially in<br>primary schools. A child is a person who is below the age of<br>adulthood (Oke, 2009). In the context of this study therefore, a<br>child is a person who is below the age of adulthood and is in the<br>primary school.</p><p>Primary school is education given to children from aged 6-<br>12 years in schools. It is a transition into secondary schools.<br>Primary school is education given in an educational institution<br>for children aged 6 to 11 years plus (NPE, 2004). The author also<br>noted that primary education is the pivot upon which the whole<br>system of education revolves. The Federal Republic of Nigeria<br>(2004:14) highlighted the objectives of primary education as<br>follows: Inculcating permanent literacy and numeracy, and ability<br>to communicate effectively, laying of a sound basis for scientific<br>and reflective thinking; giving citizenship education as a basis for<br>effective participation in and contribution to the life of the<br>society; moulding the character and developing sound attitude<br>and morals in the child; developing in the child the ability to<br>adapt to his changing environment among others.<br>These objectives if vigorously pursued is expected to<br>transform the child at the end of primary education to<br>demonstrate decent and decorous conduct, respect for authority,<br>high sense of responsibility, love for orderliness, eagerness to<br>discharge duties among others (Peter &amp; Felicia, 2013). However,<br>when a child fails to discharge these characteristics,<br>maladjustment behaviour.</p></div><h3></h3><br> <br><p></p>