Status : Verified
Personal Name Fe, Daphne Ivana G.
Resource Title The learning environment and children's perception of a library
Date Issued October 2012
Abstract The main purpose of this study is to identify the different factors in the learning environment which shape children’s’ perception of a library. The study also aimed to discover how children perceive the library. The respondents are from San Vicente Elementary School, University of the Philippines Integrated School and Krus Na Ligas Elementary School. A preliminary assessment was conducted to identify possible elements that could be considered as a factor. Based on the preliminary assessment, elements that were identified were (1) Parents; (2) Teachers; (3) Friends/Classmates; (4) Maintenance; and (5) Vendors.

Results have shown that the respondents from the three schools perceive their library positively. They primarily view their library as a place where they can study. Also, the respondents also view their librarian in a positive light. This was indicated by majority of the three schools (78.53%) claiming that the librarians are accommodating. The results also show that the identified elements: (1)
Degree Course Bachelor of Library and Information Science
Language English
Keyword Libraries and education; Public schools; Children
Material Type Thesis/Dissertation
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Category : F - Regular work, i.e., it has no patentable invention or creation, the author does not wish for personal publication, there is no confidential information.
 
Access Permission : Open Access