The Impact of School Socialization on the Academic Achievements in Social Studies at Kokote M/A Grade Seven

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of school socialization through peer interactions, teacher-student relationships, and participation in school activities on social studies academic achievement among 25 grade seven learners at kokote m/a junior high school. using an action research design with pre-test and post-tests, observations, and interviews, results demonstrate significant improvements in social studies scores following targeted socialization interventions. despite the limited sample and intervention duration, findings suggest that school socialization can enhance learner engagement and academic performance. the study recommends implementing sustained peer learning, teacher mentorship, and extracurricular involvement to support better educational outcomes. future research with larger samples and more rigorous analysis is advised to validate these findings.