A letter of concern from the school library
Dear Mrs. Simó,
I write to you with great concern about the current situation regarding reading in the educational system. As a librarian at an institute that has managed to maintain its school library, I have witnessed the crisis that education faces in terms of promoting reading. It is essential to address this problem at its root to ensure a strong and enriching educational future.
The root of the problem: lack of training and inattention to reading
The elimination of mandatory readings in high school has generated a heated debate, but it is important to recognize that the problem goes beyond this measure. For years, the training of professionals trained to teach reading skills has been neglected, leading to a lack of significant reading comprehension among students.
Furthermore, the tendency to prioritize technology over traditional resources has led to the dismantling of school libraries and the neglect of reading promotion. The lack of spaces dedicated to reading, the absence of specialized personnel and the scarcity of literary resources have contributed to this crisis.
The urgency of a radical change in education
It is crucial to recognize that reading comprehension goes beyond memorization. True understanding involves the ability to analyze, interpret and contextualize information, skills that have been neglected in the current educational system.
To reverse this situation, a comprehensive approach is necessary that promotes reading from the initial stages of education. The implementation of reading itineraries, the allocation of adequate resources for school libraries and specialized training for teachers are fundamental steps in this direction.
The impact on the educational and social future
The lack of attention to reading promotion not only affects students’ reading comprehension, but also has repercussions on their ability to develop critical and analytical thinking. This, in turn, can influence their civic participation and their ability to discern information in an increasingly media-driven world.
It is essential to recognize that the promotion of reading not only enriches the educational field, but also contributes to the comprehensive development of individuals, promoting empathy, creativity and reflective thinking.
A call to action
I hope this letter serves as a call to reflection and action. The promotion of reading is not only a responsibility of the educational system, but of the entire society. A collective commitment is necessary to reverse this crisis and guarantee a future in which reading is a fundamental tool for personal and social development.
Carefully,
Josefina Groguet
