Transforming Libraries and Literacy Communities as a New Reading Culture in the Digital Era

Inggris

Abstract

Libraries are now undergoing a transformation from buildings to dynamic digital environments. This is due to shifts in lifestyle and reading culture in the digital era. Consequently, several digital reading platforms and digital literacy communities have emerged to meet community needs. The purpose of this study was to determine the types of digital library platforms and literacy communities that can be used to build a reading culture. This study used a literature study approach. The results of this study indicate that digital platforms and literacy communities have formed a new, evolving environment, particularly within a digital reading culture. Reading platforms such as iPusnas, Let's Read, and Wattpad are innovations in digital reading resources that provide diverse collections and can be accessed offline and online by users. Ease of access, attractive features, and a visual approach are key attractions in fostering a reading culture. This has given rise to social networks often referred to as digital communities. Digital communities have also formed new, interactive and participatory literacy networks by providing spaces for mutual discussion, such as Bookstragram, BookTook, and BookTube. Through digital platforms and literacy communities, it is hoped that this can be a way to attract public interest in reading.

Keywords: library, literacy community, reading culture.