Management Techniques of Head Teachers: Effectiveness in Reducing Behaviour Problems

Abstract

This study investigated the management techniques and effectiveness of primary school head teachers in reducing behaviour problem. Simple random sampling, technique was adopted in selecting 247 primary school/ head teachers in Oru-East and Oru-west Local Government Areas of Imo State. The instrument for data collection was a 16-item questionnaire. Mean score and standard deviation were used in data analysis for management techniques of head teachers and their effectiveness. From the analysis of data it was found that the management techniques of the head teacher include: Explaining what constitute negative influences of the peer group to parents during Parents Teachers’ Association (PTA); exhibiting good leadership to staff and pupils; providing teaching facilities and equipment for teachers; involving pupils in leadership positions in the school; encouraging effective communication: and adopting the right supervisor strategies, among others. Out of the 1 6 items, 12 items were found to be effective. Based on the analysis, implications of the study and recommendations were in made.

Key Words: Management Techniques Head Teachers, Behavour Problems