Analysis of Factors Influencing Adolescents’ Interest in Reading at Public Libraries

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the factors influencing adolescents’ interest in reading at public libraries. By combining surveys and qualitative interviews, this study explores various aspects that influence adolescents’ interest in reading, including the availability of book collections, library activities, social support, and intrinsic motivation. The results indicate that the availability of engaging book collections, innovative library programs, and social support from family and friends significantly influence adolescents’ reading interest. Additionally, individual intrinsic motivation plays a crucial role in shaping adolescents’ reading interest. The implications of this study are that public libraries need to develop more effective strategies to enhance adolescents’ reading interest by addressing the identified factors. Thus, libraries can play a more active role in supporting literacy development among the younger generation.