INDISCIPLINE AS A MENACE TO ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE: THE ROLE OF COUNSELLORS

Abstract

This paper discussed indiscipline as one of the impediments to academic performance that hampers successful learning. It went further to look at some common acts of indiscipline prevalent in our schools such as examination malpractice, absenteeism, truancy, bullying, stealing, fighting and among others. The paper also discussed extensively the causes of indiscipline in schools, the relationship between indiscipline and academic performance. The paper identified roles of Counsellors, teachers and administrators in curbing the ugly trend. The paper concluded that indiscipline affects academic performance of the students and by extension distort the moral upbringing of others. It is recommended that, counselors, teachers, parents and other community members should partner to reduce the menace of indiscipline in our schools.