Presenter(s)

• Jessica Hiatt, Graduate Student, Worcester State University
• Scout Beaudoin, Graduate Student, Primary Author, Worcester State University
• Madalyn Endriga, Graduate Student, Worcester State University
• Kristine Camacho, Assistant Professor, Worcester State University

Abstract

This study utilized a survey design to study the past and current reading habits, academic achievement, and overall views of the reading abilities of high school students from one high school in the Northeast. A moderate positive correlation was found between students’ reading self-concept and how they perceived their abilities in comparison to their peers. This result indicates that reading self-concept can contribute to academic confidence. Educators are encouraged to use this knowledge to prioritize pleasure reading throughout the school day to foster reading habits in order to improve academic performance.