EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT OF PARENT-TEACHER CONFLICT IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA

AGUSIOBO, Hilda Chineze and Mogboh, Veronica E. (2025) EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT OF PARENT-TEACHER CONFLICT IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA. Advance Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 10 (8). pp. 1-19. ISSN 2237 – 1470

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Abstract

This study investigates the educational management of parent- teacher conflict in selected secondary schools in Enugu State, Nigeria. It explores the causes of conflict, the strategies adopted by school authorities, and how educational management practices influence conflict resolution. The study employed a survey design, targeting principals, vice principals, teachers, and parents from three schools: Lily Pinnacle Secondary School, Kings High School, and Godfrey Okoye University Secondary School during their PTA meetings. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data, which was analyzed using mean and standard deviation, with a 2.5 cut-off mark. The findings reveal that communication gaps, disagreement over disciplinary methods, and lack of inclusive decision-making are key sources of conflict. Although schools rely on PTA meetings and open-door policies to manage conflicts, there is a notable absence of structured mechanisms such as mediation committees and staff training. The study concludes that transparent, participatory educational management practices can significantly reduce parent-teacher tensions. It recommends improved communication, policy reforms, and the institutionalization of conflict resolution frameworks. The research highlights the critical role of inclusive leadership in fostering school harmony and improving educational outcomes.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: L Education > L Education (General)
Divisions: Faculty of Arts > Faculty of Law > Faculty of Management and Social Sciences > Faculty of Education
Depositing User: Uchenna Eneogwe
Date Deposited: 06 Aug 2025 09:29
Last Modified: 06 Aug 2025 09:29
URI: http://eprints.gouni.edu.ng/id/eprint/4997

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