LEARNING EXPERIENCES AND ENVIRONMENT FOR A SCHOOL REFUSING CHILD: AN ACTION RESEARCH

The present study examined the causes of unusual behaviors and the behaviors that led to the termination of such behaviors in a fifth-grade student. The researcher observed a girl consistently falling behind in her studies and avoiding school activities. She often refused to go to school, was brought back by his parents and punished at home. The classroom teacher was concerned about her withdrawal symptoms, as she often cried at school and sometimes ran away leaving her things behind. To address this, extensive data were collected from her family, peers, and community members. His academic and co-curricular activities and previous academic records were reviewed. Data collected were systematically analyzed to identify root causes. Based on these findings, a comprehensive intervention program was developed to relieve the symptoms of withdrawal.After the intervention, the child showed significant improvement: active participation in school activities, engaging behavior, and positive attention-seeking behavior. Her academic performance improved and her confidence, motivation, and responsibility increased.The use of humor and engaging communication proved highly effective. The research highlights the importance of taking a supportive and communicative approach in dealing with children's behavioral challenges, leading to dramatic positive changes in the child's learning and personal development.