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Exploration of factors influencing teachers’ responses to student misbehaviour in Maldivian secondary education

Ahmed, Nasrulla and Md Sidek, Suzana Suhailawaty (2025) Exploration of factors influencing teachers’ responses to student misbehaviour in Maldivian secondary education. International Journal of Emerging Perspectives in Education, 1 (1). pp. 33-44. ISSN 3080-9800 E-ISSN 3080-2423

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Abstract

This study examines teachers› responses to classroom discipline and student misbehaviour in Maldivian secondary schools. The study was guided by two research questions that explored the disciplinary strategies teachers use and how these strategies influence student behaviour. A quantitative, cross-sectional survey design was employed, collecting data from 141 secondary school teachers through online questionnaires. These participants were selected using a stratified random sampling technique to ensure representation across different school settings. The findings indicate variability in teachers› intervention methods, with reinforcement emerging as the most used strategy. These results highlight the need for teacher training programs that emphasize effective classroom management techniques. Additionally, the study suggests policy-level interventions to support evidence-based discipline strategies in Maldivian schools. Further research with a larger sample size is recommended to gain deeper insights into the effectiveness of various disciplinary approaches.

Item Type: Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords: Behaviour management styles, secondary schools, students, student misbehaviours, teachers
Subjects: L Education > L Education (General)
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button): Kulliyyah of Education > Department of Social Foundations & Educational Leadership
Depositing User: Asst. Prof. Dr. Suzana Suhailawaty Md. Sidek
Date Deposited: 23 Jul 2025 08:37
Last Modified: 23 Jul 2025 08:38
URI: http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/122191

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