A Study on School Library Service Strategies Based on the Analysis of  Information Needs of General and Arts-Focused Class Students

Lee, M., & Kim, S. U. (2025). A Study on School Library Service Strategies Based on the Analysis of Information Needs of General and Arts-Focused Class Students. , 56(3), 291-315, https://doi.org/10.16981/kliss.56.3.202509.291

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Abstract

This study analyzes the information needs of students in general and arts-focused classes at an arts-specialized high school and proposes improvements for school library services. A survey was conducted with all 380 students at Y High School, yielding 268 valid responses. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Chi-square tests, and independent samples t-tests to examine library usage patterns and group differences. Content analysis was performed on responses to open-ended questions. Results show that general class students use the library more actively and report higher satisfaction with its services. In contrast, arts-focused students demonstrate lower usage and express a need for tailored services such as access to arts-specific resources, collaboration with local public and arts libraries, and curated spaces. These findings highlight the need to develop customized library services that address the unique information needs of arts-focused students. This study provides foundational data for developing library services aligned with educational goals and curricula, and offers directions for designing customized library services.

keywords: School Library, Information Needs, Arts-specialized School, Differentiated Services

Received: 2025-08-25

Accepted: 2025-09-19

Published: 2025-09-30

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Vol.56 No.3

A Study on School Library Service Strategies Based on the Analysis of Information Needs of General and Arts-Focused Class Students

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Journal of Korean Library and Information Science Society