The problem of indiscipline in schools has persisted over the years. These acts have either been carried out individually by the students or as a group which result to rioting or revolts. There is no doubt that students indiscipline generally militates against effective teaching and learning and production of useful acceptable members of the society. It is therefore, observed that some parents appear to have denied their parental roles or responsibilities towards their children.
If the teachers are frustrated and lack motivation in themselves, they are not likely to motivate other to learn or occupy their time in productive education. The Government contributes to indiscipline by not providing adequate facilities/equipment in the school. Community/Society influence contributes to indiscipline among secondary school students due to economic recession. Peer-group influence contributes to indiscipline among students in the form of uncomfortable environment where the students are scared of their parents.Purpose of the Study
The purpose of our research work is to investigate the causes of indiscipline among student in post-Primary schools and its effect in their academic performance. The explorer intends to identify the factors responsible for lack of discipline in some post-primary schools and suggest possible recommendation to educational policy makers on how to deal with the unfortunate phenomenon of indiscipline across schools.
The purpose of the study is centered on finding out whether:
a. Parent attitude towards their children contributes to indiscipline among senior secondary school students;
b. Teacher attitude toward the students contributes to indiscipline among junior secondary school students
c. Government policies in the educational sector contribute to indiscipline among junior secondary school students
d. Peer group influence contributes to indiscipline among junior secondary school students.
