Impact of Classroom Management Practices on Students’ Academic Engagement in Primary Schools

ABSTRACT This study examined the impact of classroom management practices on students’ academic engagement in primary schools. A quantitative research design was employed using a sample of 50 primary school classrooms. Data were collected through questionnaires measuring classroom management practices and students’ academic engagement across behavioral, emotional, and cognitive dimensions. Descriptive statistics and inferential analyses were used to analyze the data. The findings revealed moderate to high levels of classroom management practices and student engagement. A positive and significant relationship was found between classroom management practices and overall academic engagement. The study concludes that effective classroom management practices play a crucial role in enhancing students’ academic engagement in primary school classrooms. Keywords: Classroom management, academic engagement, primary education