The purpose of this study is to explore the effects of study habits on teaching and learning of literature
in public secondary schools in Mumias sub-county, Kakamega county. It was guided by these objects: to
assess the effects of time management on the academic performance of literature in public secondary
schools in Mumias sub-county; To determine the influence of techniques on the learning outcomes of
literature student in Mumias sub-county; How does access to study resources influence the learning and
teaching of literature in public secondary schools in Mumias sub-county; What role do teachers play in
shaping students’ study habits in literature in Mumias sub-county. The study was guided by the self-
regulated learning (SRL) Theory, which was regulated by Barry Zimmerman in the early 1980s. The target
population was 3 public secondary schools in Mumias sub-county from where 200 students and 10
literature students were sampled. This study established that students in Mumias sub-county have
varied study habits, with significant number relying on personal study outside the classroom. However
inconsistent study habits such as, last minute cramming or relying solely on teacher-provided notes
were common among the lower performing students. Several challenges were also identified as
affecting teaching and learning of literature; which included, limited access to study materials, over-
crowded classrooms and insufficient teacher-student interactions. The study recommended that there is
a need to improve access to study materials for students and also provide teachers with more support
to help them foster effective study habits among students.