EFFORTS TO INCREASE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS' INTEREST IN READING USING THE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND CULTURE'S DIGITAL LIBRARY

Abstract

Reading interest is an important aspect in the literacy development of primary school students. This article examines efforts to increase students' interest in reading using Kemdikbud's Digital Library as a key resource. Kemdikbud's Digital Library provides access to a wide collection of digital books that can be accessed for free by Indonesians, including primary school students. Through an introduction to the concept of digital books and the promotion of interesting books, teachers can enrich students' reading experience by selecting stories that match their interests and comprehension levels. In addition, class read-alouds, story discussions and creative book-based projects provide opportunities for students to be actively involved in the learning process. By involving parents and organizing literacy campaigns in schools, students' reading interest can be improved as a whole. The results of implementing this strategy show a significant increase in students' interest and reading ability and encourage the use of technology in education as a key enabler in achieving better literacy goals among primary school students.