Today, the internet, social networks, and various multimedia platforms enable faster access to information. This situation raises the question of whether interest in traditional libraries has decreased. The extent to which young people use libraries and whether this level is satisfactory for society is a current topic of discussion.
Regarding this, Fuzuli district's Garabagh village full secondary school's Azerbaijani language and literature teacher, director, and "Young Teacher of the Year" Alihuseyn Yaqubov gave a statement to AzEdu.az.
"In an era where ICT tools are updated every month, every day, attracting children to libraries requires special interest. Children show more interest in internet resources where entertainment is readily available.
Time shows that no matter how much technology develops, libraries remain the most alternative and safest source of knowledge".
So, how do we attract children to libraries?
"For this, I would suggest various options. For example, a teacher can purposefully assign homework tasks that require research using resources available in the library.
The most interesting way is through competitions. Two weeks ago, I suggested to the 6th grade class I teach that they read a book titled "Where Dreams Come True". I had planned a gift for those who finished the book first. Most of the children have already completed the book. The gift will be presented after all the children in the class finish the book. In such cases, students encourage each other to read.
Considering that the method I proposed for children was interesting, we announced an in-school competition. Now, our students visit the books in the library every day to read. Taking into account that the competition would be interesting, I have also shared it on my social media accounts.
In conclusion, I would like to note that the approach to libraries depends on the interest we create. The more alternatives we seek, the more successful we will be. Of course, information can also be obtained and read through digital resources, but this will not always be beneficial in terms of health and safety".
