Analysis of Utilization of the Silampari PGRI University Library as a Student Learning Resource

Abstract

The problem in this research is how to use the library at PGRI Silampari University for learning activities and self-development. In its use, the role of the library is not only used by students, but also by lecturers. The purpose of this study was to determine the analysis of the utilization of the PGRI Silampari University Library as a source of student learning. This research method is descriptive qualitative. This method discusses research based on field data or direct observation. To find out the level of usefulness of the PGRI Silampari University Library, the researcher described his research using various reference sources and interviews. The results of this study are the PGRI Silampari University library as a learning resource, that is, all groups, both lecturers and students, can use the library to support the learning system on the UNPARI Campus. Various references can provide valuable benefits both in learning and research. It is very clear that the library has various kinds of references that can support campus activities. The conclusion from this research is that the library as a reference source must be prioritized. Lecturers can invite students to visit the UNPARI library both to support materials and research.

The culture of reading for acquisition and learning of content knowledge for English language and literature in English in higher education

“…In this study, the researcher explored the existing literature on the reading culture in higher education to find the trend, gaps, challenges, and solutions, thus constructing new knowledge in the field. This critical review of the global literature on the phenomeneon is for the past six years from the studies by Ogunbodede and Sawyerr-George, (2023), Marianita (2023), Kumar (2022), Marquez, Lambert, Ridge, and Walker (2022), Yusof (2021), Pabro-Maquidato (2021), Akkaya and Akkaya and Çıvğın, (2020), Çıvğın (2020), Widiyawati (2020), Kim (2019), Demirci, (2019, Dukper et al, (2018) and Greene, 2018).…”

“…The scholars further state that it also plays a crucial role in students' learning process and cultivating reading habits by offering relevant and up-to-date resources for their study, research, and general interests and a welcoming environment. A library is a storehouse of knowledge that can support the younger generation in learning (Marianita, 2023;Purnama, 2018). Also, it cannot be denied that students need new enthusiasm to visit the library (Zakirman and Rahayu, 2018).…”

“…It can be denoted that reading culture is a prerequisite to extensive reading because students cannot extensively read unless they have a strong reading cultural background. Furthermore, Marianita (2023) opines that reading culture helps students develop analytical thinking successfully; for example, consistently reading fiction helps kids build their moral character, worldview, intelligence, and cognitive function. The scholar further argues that teachers should gradually extend reading time, collaborate closely with parents on this matter, and suggest literary works for reading in a way appropriate for the student's age.…”

“…The literature-related findings suggest that the consistent use of the library could improve the poor reading culture in higher education because it is a vital resource centre at any university in the world of education today with the primary goal of meeting users' information needs (Marianita, 2023;Putri Dewa Yani, 2022). It could also improve the reading habit by fostering literacy, hosting book fairs and exibitions, organising readership campaigns, as well as offering pertinent and up to date resources for students'study, research and general interests (Maree, 2012;Ogunbodede and Sawyerr-George, 2023;Marianita, 2023;Alex Nmecha and Hersfall, 2019). The assertions point to the understanding that structured library usage could improve students' reading habits because of the availability of different materials; in fact, it serves as a reference source.…”

“…The assertions point to the understanding that structured library usage could improve students' reading habits because of the availability of different materials; in fact, it serves as a reference source. Marianita (2023) further argues that the library as a reference source of various kinds is vital in higher education because it can support campus activities, so it must be prioritized. Lecturers could invite students to visit the library at least several times in one semester to study and increase their insight and literacy, both for support materials and research, so that students in learning do not complain about the reference sources needed ( Marianita, 2023).…”