SCHOOL LIBRARY MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES TO IMPROVE STUDENT LITERACY

Abstract

The focus of the study was students in educational units that implemented library-based literacy programs. The study showed that active and planned library management, such as forming literacy teams, providing reading collections appropriate for the students' ages, and combining literacy activities with classroom learning, can increase student engagement in reading activities. Data shows that the average number of student visits reaches 80 visits per week, or around 320 visits per month, even though the library only has 56 square meters of space. The library not only stores books, but also functions as a literacy center that helps students learn to read. In conclusion, integrated and collaborative school library management strategies are essential for improving student literacy in a sustainable manner.