Library Management in Improving Literacy Students' Reading in Digital Era

Abstract

Abstract: In the ever-evolving digital era, library management plays a crucial role in improving students' reading literacy. This study aims to explore how library management can contribute to students' reading literacy within the context of minimum competency assessments, as well as the supporting and inhibiting factors. This study employed a qualitative research method with an ethnographic approach at Pahlawan Nasional Private Junior High School in Medan to gain a deeper understanding of the underlying phenomenon, which remains largely unknown. Library management must ensure that the available book and reading material collections meet students' interests and needs. The results of this study demonstrate the role of school libraries in supporting students' reading interest learning activities. This supports the development of student literacy and creativity. The quality of library services also includes the provision of dedicated book rooms and reading rooms, providing students with a comfortable reading environment. Librarian services to visitors are also good and informative. Another challenge in managing school libraries in the digital era is that students prefer e-books over printed books. Therefore, library management requires innovative strategies to remain a preferred learning resource for students. Therefore, library management must be able to keep pace with technological advances and developments to maintain students' interest in reading. This fosters interest in reading literacy in the digital era.

Keywords: Library Management; Digital Ag; Students