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Examining The Influence Of Use Of School Libraries In Promoting Reading Culture Among Secondary School Students
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1.2 STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
To
enable the school library fulfill its role of promoting reading
culture, it provides not only books but items such as motion pictures,
video tapes, slides, educational materials, etc as library collections.
It is also the culture or habit that enables one to imbibe reading and
studying as a library include; fiction and non-fiction books and books
on other subject matters. Books on current affairs keep them abreast of
current happenings. On this background the researcher wants to examine
the influence of use of school libraries in promoting reading culture
among secondary school students
1.3 OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY
The objectives of the study are;
1. To examine the relationship between the availability of information resources and students’ reading habits
2. To determine the extent of utilization of school libraries in secondary school
3. To examine the relationship between the utilization of the library and students’ reading habit
4. To ascertain whether school libraries promote reading culture among secondary school
1.4 RESEARCH HYPOTHESES
For the successful completion of the study, the following research hypotheses were formulated by the researcher;
H0: there is no relationship between the availability of information resources and students’ reading habits
H1: there is relationship between the availability of information resources and students’ reading habits
H02: school libraries do not promote reading culture among secondary school
H2: school libraries promote reading culture among secondary school
1.5 SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
This
study will give a clear insight on the influence of use of school
libraries in promoting reading culture among secondary school students.
The study will be beneficial to educational sector, students and the
general public. The study will also serve as a reference to other
researchers that will embark on this topic
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ABSRACT - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]The function of reading in the development of human life and his society cannot be overemphasized as it adds quality to life and is a pathway to the future. Simply put, reading is a basic building block for learning. It is a necessity for full participation in contemporary society. In effect, reading in its entirety and variety is necessary for being better informed. It stimulates imagination, widens views, expands horizons, encourages quick learning and helps in learning about different people ... Continue reading---
