Bullying in Nigerian Secondary Schools. Examining Its Forms and Effects on Students' Academic Achievement

Master's Thesis , 2022 , 47 Pages , Grade: A+

Pedagogy - Pedagogic Psychology

This mixed‑methods study examined bullying in Nigerian secondary schools, drawing on surveys, interviews, focus groups, and journals from 50 students and 20 teachers in Ilorin. Verbal bullying was most common (45.3%), followed by physical (30%), with gendered patterns. Victims showed lower academic performance, reduced participation, and higher absenteeism. Teachers identified unstructured school settings as hotspots and noted limited interventions. The findings call for targeted anti‑bullying campaigns, teacher training, counseling services, and stronger policy enforcement to create safer, more inclusive learning environments.

• College: University of the People (Faculty of Education)
• Course: EDUC 5470
• Grade: A+
• Author: Aminat Abiodun Adesanya (Author)
• Publication Year: 2022
• Pages: 47
• Catalog Number: V1610936
• ISBN (PDF): 9783389150115
• ISBN (Book): 9783389150122
• Language: English
• Tags: Bullying, academic achievement, Nigerian secondary schools, verbal bullying, mixed-methods research, inclusive education, anti-bullying interventions, student wellbeing, school safety, social learning theory