The director of the Pedro Henr\u00edquez Ure\u00f1a National Library, Rafael Peralta Romero, reaffirmed that the habit of reading remains a constant in Dominican society. During his participation in the 2026 International Book Fair, the academic stressed that, although digital platforms have modified the methods of accessing information, the interest in written content remains solid.<\/p>\n\n
Peralta Romero emphasized that the transition to electronic formats should not be interpreted as a decrease in reading volume. According to the writer, citizens have adapted their habits to new technologies, migrating the consumption of newspapers and texts to mobile devices, tablets, and smartphones.<\/p>\n\n
Dominicans read and read a lot.<\/p>Rafael Peralta Romero<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n
The challenge of academic training in the face of technology<\/h3>\n\n
Despite his optimism, the official expressed concern about the excessive reliance of university students on cell phones as a primary source of study. Peralta Romero warned that, while the digital environment offers immediacy, it often lacks the depth necessary for disciplines that require scientific and specialized rigor.<\/p>\n\n\n
- Digital information does not always guarantee a solid academic foundation.<\/li>
- Physical books remain indispensable for a comprehensive university education.<\/li>
- It is necessary to balance the use of digital tools with the consultation of traditional academic texts.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n
Encouraging reading from childhood<\/h3>\n\n
The academic called on Dominican society to prioritize reading in the early stages of development. In his view, children’s literature is the fundamental basis for children to improve their command of the language, expand their imagination, and acquire a greater disposition toward study.<\/p>\n\n
To achieve this goal, the director of the National Library suggested the following strategies for families:<\/p>\n\n\n
- Transform reading into a shared and pleasurable activity, avoiding it being perceived as an academic imposition.<\/li>
- Encourage the habit through the accompaniment of parents and grandparents.<\/li>
- Promote the gifting of books to both children and adolescents, recognizing the long-term intellectual value these presents provide.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n
In conclusion, the current challenge for the country lies in integrating the advantages of the digital age with the richness provided by the physical book, ensuring that new generations maintain direct contact with literature to strengthen their intellectual and educational development.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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