Library media program influence on a large urban school system standardized test results: A baseline study

The purpose of this study was to determine whether and in what way library media programs influence student achievement in a large urban school system, as measured by the Stanford Achievement Test Series, Ninth Edition series. Also, the purpose of the study was to provide empirical evidence demonstrating and supporting conclusions about whether and how library media programs influence student achievement.; Results of this study provide insight for educators and administrators about how to improve student achievement as measured by standardized tests, such as the Stanford 9 series. Also, results of the study provide a basis to assist educators and administrators in making decisions to determine appropriate levels for support and funding of library media programs.; Information literacy, the basis of this study, is a concept library educators and practitioners and education researchers are examining, developing, and emphasizing the relevance and importance of to the educational community. The information era of the 21st century, with its vast amounts of constantly changing and dynamic information, requires enhanced learning skills and abilities. Now, students must assume a more active role in their education experience. Student must become information literate.; This study comprehensively addressed many aspects and activities of library media centers in the school system. Results of the research identified areas that school system administrators and educators may want to consider for enhancement, adjustment, modification, change, or further research. This seminal, baseline quantitative study revealed and highlighted significant correlations, comparisons, and relationships.