The Role of the Library in Enhancing Student Literacy at MA Sumber Bungur Pakong Pamekasan

Abstract

The role of the school library is very important in increasing students' literacy and interest in reading at Madrasah Aliyah Sumber Bungur Pakong Pamekasan. This research aims to determine the role of school libraries in increasing student literacy at MA Sumber Bungur Pamekasan. This research uses a qualitative approach, data is collected through direct observation, interviews with school principals and librarians. The results of the research show that one of the roles of libraries in increasing student literacy is by developing book collections in the school library at MA Sumber Bungur which are very diverse and relevant to students' needs. Apart from that, the school principal provides book recommendations and holds interesting activities to increase students' interest in reading. It was also found that students who regularly visit the library tend to have better literacy skills and a high interest in reading.  Thus, the school library at MA Sumber Bungur can be considered the main driver in increasing students' literacy and interest in reading.