The Influence of Large Class Size and Cognitive Development of Primary School Pupils in Cross River State, Nigeria

Abstract

This research work looked at the effect of large class on cognitive development of pupils in Cross River State, the study made use of structured questionnaire which contained five questions following 4-point Likert scale of highly correct, correct, incorrect, and highly incorrect.  The research adopted survey design to gathered data. The sample of the study comprised 300 subjects from the 3 senatorial districts of the state and t. test statistics was used for the analysis of the data, results showed that large size affects pupil's cognitive development negatively and recommendations were put forward to improve teaching/learning in the school system in the state.