INFLUENCE OF CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS WITH VISUAL IMPAIRED IN SPECIAL SCHOOLS IN BENUE STATE.

Abstract The study investigated the influence of classroom management on academic performance of students with visual impaired in special schools in Benue State. Five research questions and five hypothesis were formulated to guide the study.The study employed a descriptive survey research design.The population of the study was 970 students from the existing 7 Government grant-Aided special schools in Benue State.The sample consisted of 50 students from secondary schools in Benue State.The instrument used was a researcher self-structured questionnaire titled classroom management on academic performance questionnaire (AAPQ). Descriptive statistics of 0.05 level. The finding of the study revealed that seating arrangement, communication skills,time management, motivation and interaction pattern had influence on academic performance of visually impaired students in special schools in Benue State. It was concluded that classroom management has influence on academic performance of students with visually impaired in special schools in Benue State. It was recommended among others that special schools should ensure that seating arrangements are designed to maximize accessibility and engagement. Desk and chairs should be arranged to provide clear path for movement, proper lightning, and close proximity to instructional materials and teachers and students should be trained in effective communication strategies, including the use of clear verbal instructions, tactile learning materials, and assistive technologies like Braille or screen reader to improve student's comprehension and engagement.