Impact of classroom environment on teaching and learning of the first 1st year Nursing and Midwifery Students in Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum.

Abstract

The study focused to find out the impact of Classroom environment on teaching and learning of the first 1st year Nursing and Midwifery Students in Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum.A descriptive study design was used to collect in-depth information for the study. The sample population was obtained using a proportionate stratified sampling technique. The data for the study was collected by administering questionnaire to the participants. A total of 50 students were used for the study.The study found out that, majority of the students (94%) had knowledge about definition of classroom. Most of the respondents indicated that proper arrangement of physical environment and use of current curriculum (70%) was the way to effective classroom environment. Majority of the respondents (96%) of the respondents agreed that conducive classroom environment has a positive impact of the academic performance of students. Majority 86% of the respondents agreed that paraphrasing, active listening, eye contact and forceful listening are examples of receiving skills in effective communication. majority of the respondents (44%) believed punishment is the best way to correct bad behavior in students.Majority of the respondents (98%) agreed good teacher-student relationship ensures effective teaching and learning in the classroom.The study concluded that most of the respondents (94%) agreed that classroom provides an environment for free and open expression of ideas, opinions and beliefs and majority of the respondents (92%) agreed that conducive classroom environment has a positive impact of the academic performance of students.It was recommended that. teachers should ensure a good and conducive classroom environment for effective learning and teaching, enforcement of strict laws for students to abide by rules and regulations in the ensure effective teaching and learning and teachers should conduct test to ensure effective learning has taken place.