Why People Read Less And Less
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Re: Why People Read Less And Less
But all these studies that show reading is dying never seem to take into account changes in reading habits. Families may not read books anymore, but they do read online. They may not read newspapers but they read news stories online. They talk on message boards, etc. They do still "read."
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As a new librarian in a public library system in Central Virginia, I look forward to connecting with avid readers both young and old, male and female.
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I think that's very true, fitzml.fitzml wrote: Worse still, reading is generally a solitary pursuit. That's anathema in this age of social media where talking is more highly valued than listening and non-stop interaction is more important than analysis and reflection.
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For example, libraries with paper books may not interest them if they can get the same thing on the internet. So in order to create a new crop of readers from the Connected Generation, you have to direct them to the connection. Kindle books, articles in digital format you think they should see, or a classic writer's entry at Wiki. To them, paper is not for writing or reading unless they have to, and most don't WANT to. It's a tough concept, and anathema to some, but it's reality.
Teachers and parents should go with the flow and understand these concepts. Instead of giving your kids hard copies of books, give them a gift card to Amazon, a Kindle, and pre-load that sucker with the basic classics instead. When they're little. If you catch these kids when they're young with these things, they might actually read the books you suggest. As they get older - like all readers - they will become more selective and pick and choose what they like. You just have to get them started. Start young. That's the key.
With the Connected Generation, this might be the best way to do it. It's not the delivery system. It's the end result that counts.
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