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July 4, 2026Information Managers : A Journal of Nigerian Library Association , Rivers State ChapterOpen Access

Reading habits of secondary school students in Africa: a scoping review of trends, determinants, and educational outcomes

Oshinaike, Oshinaike,

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This research aims to explore the reading habits and their determinants among secondary school students in Africa and how they impact educational outcomes.
Conducted a scoping review of existing literature on reading habits in Africa.
Analyzed trends in reading behaviors, access to resources, and educational outcomes.
Identified determinants affecting reading practices among adolescents.
Students primarily read for examinations, limiting broader learning experiences.
Access to libraries and print materials is inconsistent, affecting literacy development.
There is an increasing reliance on short digital content among secondary school learners.

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Scoping review maps reading habits and educational outcomes in adolescent learners, highlighting key trends.

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Oshinaike, Oshinaike, (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a4c9711331bc25c9e5f42d0 https://doi.org/10.61955/jhdyba

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