Introduction
School libraries play a crucial role in shaping the reading habits of students. The availability of diverse reading materials, comfortable reading spaces, and knowledgeable librarians can greatly impact students’ interest in reading. Despite the importance of school libraries, there is limited research on how they influence reading habits. This study aims to fill this gap by exploring the influence of school libraries on students’ reading habits.
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Background of Study
1.3 Problem Statement
1.4 Objective of Study
1.5 Limitation of Study
1.6 Scope of Study
1.7 Significance of Study
1.8 Structure of the Thesis
1.9 Definition of Terms
Chapter Two: Literature Review
2.1 Importance of Reading Habits
2.2 Role of School Libraries in Promoting Reading
2.3 Factors Influencing Reading Habits
2.4 Impact of Reading Habits on Academic Performance
2.5 Previous Studies on School Libraries and Reading Habits
2.6 Reading Programs in School Libraries
2.7 Technology and Reading Habits
2.8 Reading Habits and Cognitive Development
2.9 Reading Habits and Social Skills
2.10 Reading Habits and Emotional Well-being
Chapter Three: Research Methodology
3.1 Research Design
3.2 Population and Sample
3.3 Data Collection Methods
3.4 Data Analysis Techniques
3.5 Ethical Considerations
3.6 Validity and Reliability
3.7 Pilot Study
3.8 Limitations of the Research
Chapter Four: Discussion of Findings
4.1 Overview of the Study Participants
4.2 Analysis of Survey Results
4.3 Analysis of Interview Data
4.4 Comparison of Findings with Existing Literature
4.5 Implications of Findings
4.6 Recommendations for Practice
4.7 Recommendations for Future Research
Chapter Five: Conclusion and Summary
5.1 Summary of Findings
5.2 Conclusion
5.3 Contributions to the Field
5.4 Practical Implications
5.5 Recommendations for Policy and Practice
5.6 Limitations of the Study
5.7 Suggestions for Future Research
Thesis Overview: The Influence of School Libraries on Reading Habits
This thesis explores the influence of school libraries on students’ reading habits. The introduction provides an overview of the study, including the background, problem statement, objectives, limitations, scope, significance, and structure of the thesis. The literature review examines the importance of reading habits, the role of school libraries in promoting reading, factors influencing reading habits, and previous studies on the topic. The research methodology outlines the research design, population and sample, data collection methods, analysis techniques, ethical considerations, validity and reliability, and limitations.
The discussion of findings presents an analysis of survey results and interview data, comparisons with existing literature, implications of findings, and recommendations for practice and future research. The conclusion summarizes the findings, discusses their implications, and offers recommendations for policy and practice. This thesis contributes to the understanding of how school libraries can impact students’ reading habits and provides valuable insights for educators, librarians, and researchers in the field.
