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This research focuses on The effect of overpopulation on the academic performance of students, a case study of Uselu secondary school, Benin City. Students academic performance is a matter of concern in any educational settings, educational psychologist opined that conducive environment is vital to learning, therefore the size of classes and the population, therefore, the thoroughly be considered. Overpopulation is a serious problem in the classroom situation, it leads to congestion of the classroom and this adversely affects learning and performances. Nevertheless, certain measure has to be taken as a panacea or to curb overpopulation. This study was carried out not only to find out how overpopulation affects students but also how it affects students interaction and the frequency used coping strategies adopted by the teachers. Findings showed that overpopulation diminishes the quality and quantities of teaching and learning with serious implications for attainment of educational goals. To solve this problem, it is suggested that both the federal and state government make the building of additional classrooms and provision of student’s furniture a priority in their educational planning at all level.
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