IMPACT OF DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOUR ON ACADEMIC CREATIVITY OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

Abstract

This study evaluates the relationship between disruptive behavior and academic creativity as key components of students’ personality development and academic performance. The research aimed to develop and validate measurement scales to identify students exhibiting disruptive behavior and academic creativity, as well as design interventions to mitigate disruptive behaviors based on pre-test and post-test findings. The study followed an experimental design, utilizing a multi-phase process for scale development, including rigorous validation, reliability testing, and psychometric analysis. The research was conducted in the districts of D.G. Khan and Multan, where a  single experimental group of students was involved in the intervention. Data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The final validated scales were effective in assessing disruptive behavior and academic creativity within the context of Pakistani schools. The study also assessed the impact of disruptive behavior on academic creativity, providing valuable insights for educators seeking to foster a positive learning environment and enhance student engagement and academic outcomes. The findings contribute to the existing body of knowledge on student behavior and creativity, offering practical tools for improving classroom management and supporting student development.