The Influence of Christian Guidance and Counselling Practices on Students’ Academic Performance, Motivation, Discipline, and Engagement in Livingstonia Synod Secondary Schools

Abstract

Faith-based counselling programs in Malawi’s Livingstonia Synod schools can play a crucial role in improving student outcomes. This paper explores the influence of Christian guidance and counselling practices on students’ academic performance, motivation, discipline, and engagement in Livingstonia Synod secondary schools in Malawi. The paper uses descriptive research study based on qualitative data collection and analysis. The sample were taken from secondary schools students and teachers. The report synthesizes current evidence and theory (e.g. Self-Determination and Social Learning Theory) to explain these effects, illustrates them with vivid examples, and provides policy recommendations.