This article examines the current challenges in improving the reading culture in the context of Malaysia due to the rapid growth of information technology. As digital technology evolves, challenges such as digital distraction, language diversity, access to reading materials, the educational system, and reading proficiency become barriers to fostering a reading culture. This article discusses on how these challenges impact the lifestyle changes in Malaysia and seeking to bridging the gap through initiatives that help to foster reading habits. Reading is not just a hobby but an activity that enhances knowledge sharing, personal growth, improves literacy, and improve critical thinking in readers. Malaysia consists of diverse citizens from different races, cultures, languages, and religions. This creates a unique and multicultural environment that shapes the reading habits in Malaysia. Despite discussing the challenges posed by digital technology, this paper also explores the opportunities that can be implemented from these challenges to enhance the reading culture. It suggests a practical solutions to bridge the gap and establish a sustainable reading culture.
This article examines the current challenges in improving the reading culture in the context of Malaysia due to the rapid growth of information technology. As digital technology evolves, challenges such as digital distraction, language diversity, access to reading materials, the educational system, and reading proficiency become barriers to fostering a reading culture. This article discusses on how these challenges impact the lifestyle changes in Malaysia and seeking to bridging the gap through initiatives that help to foster reading habits. Reading is not just a hobby but an activity that enhances knowledge sharing, personal growth, improves literacy, and improve critical thinking in readers. Malaysia consists of diverse citizens from different races, cultures, languages, and religions. This creates a unique and multicultural environment that shapes the reading habits in Malaysia. Despite discussing the challenges posed by digital technology, this paper also explores the opportunities that can be implemented from these challenges to enhance the reading culture. It suggests a practical solutions to bridge the gap and establish a sustainable reading culture.
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| 1 | Abd Rahman S.. | Director of corporate services, | National Library of Malaysia |
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