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Reading plays an important role in building a literate generation that is able to improve academic skills, broaden horizons and maintain local cultural identity. However, the low interest in reading in Indonesia, especially among students, is a big challenge. Internal factors, such as student motivation, and external factors, such as family and school support, are highly influential. Strategies such as reading for pleasure, edutainment and the School Literacy Movement are effective in fostering a reading culture as well as shaping students' characters, such as honesty, empathy and critical thinking. Challenges in implementation include limited reading materials, teacher training, technology support and collaboration with the community. Strategic steps, such as enrichment of reading materials, intensive teacher training and community involvement, are needed to overcome them. With good literacy, students can think critically, have character and contribute positively. This research uses a qualitative approach through a literature study to examine the importance of literacy culture.

This service aims to create individuals who are not only educated about corruption but also committed to fighting the practice for the sake of the next generation of young people. This research uses the method of implementing counseling and anti-corruption literacy culture in SMA Negeri 07 Pekanbaru. There are three stages of the activity plan carried out, namely the first stage of preparation, which includes licensing, coordination, and socialization with SMA Negeri 07 Pekanbaru. The second stage, implementation, includes socialization and counseling. The third stage is the evaluation and preparation of activity reports. The results of socialization and counseling on anti-corruption literacy were carried out by conducting discussions and interviews regarding the understanding and application of Pancasila values and how the concept of corruption in the context of Pancasila shows a positive impact on students' understanding of corruption with Pancasila values so as to form an anti-corruption attitude and create a secular environment.

This service aims to create individuals who are not only educated about corruption but also committed to fighting the practice for the sake of the next generation of young people. This research uses the method of implementing counseling and anti-corruption literacy culture in SMA Negeri 07 Pekanbaru. There are three stages of the activity plan carried out, namely the first stage of preparation, which includes licensing, coordination, and socialization with SMA Negeri 07 Pekanbaru. The second stage, implementation, includes socialization and counseling. The third stage is the evaluation and preparation of activity reports. The results of socialization and counseling on anti-corruption literacy were carried out by conducting discussions and interviews regarding the understanding and application of Pancasila values and how the concept of corruption in the context of Pancasila shows a positive impact on students' understanding of corruption with Pancasila values so as to form an anti-corruption attitude and create a secular environment.

This study examines the implementation of a literacy movement program that focuses on fostering early literacy and building a culture of literacy in Nagrog Hamlet, Kertabumi village. The program has shown remarkable effectiveness in increasing children’s interest in reading through situational approaches and fun learning methods. This study shows three main findings: Firstly, the program has successfully increased children’s interest in reading through interactive activities such as shared reading, book coaching and reading aloud. Secondly, the program faces the challenges of limited book collections that match children’s interests and the lack of adequate library facilities in schools. Thirdly, the program succeeded in creating a more inclusive community literacy culture, changing children’s habits from playing with tools to reading and discussing together. This research proves that with the right literacy approach, reading habits can be transformed into social activities that strengthen community relationships.

Literacy spaces play a crucial role in the development of reading, writing, and information comprehension skills. This study examines the roles of architectural design in enhancing the quality of adaptive literacy spaces, focusing on functionality, social interaction, energy efficiency, and sustainability. The research method used is qualitative descriptive through literature study analysis. The findings suggest that the design of literacy spaces should consider zoning, activities, accessibility, the use of local elements, and sustainability. Literacy spaces should also encourage social interaction through inclusive and flexible spatial arrangements. Furthermore, the application of natural lighting and cross ventilation supports energy efficiency. Adaptive design allows spaces to meet the needs of users of various ages and backgrounds. A well-designed literacy space creates an inclusive, comfortable environment that supports a sustainable literacy culture, and also serves as a center for social interaction and effective education.

Recently, technological developments have become increasingly complex, strengthening literacy has become a very important aspect to ensure that Islamic boarding schools remain relevant and able to adapt to global challenges. Strengthening literacy in this case is not only for students, but also alumni to continue to develop it outside the Islamic boarding school, either through written work, design, audio visuals or other works that can advance Islamic culture and knowledge in Islamic boarding schools. This day-long literacy training or sharing program invited students representing all Tebuireng Islamic Boarding School units to actively contribute to the field of literacy, by presenting alumni who are active in the media who now have extraordinary experience in the field of literacy.  This assistance and training to strengthen literacy is to support the Islamic boarding school's literacy culture to remain alive and develop in line with technological developments. This mentoring method brings students and alumni together to share and exchange experiences and work in the field of literacy. The results of this coaching and training show that: 1) Tebuireng Islamic Boarding School has succeeded in integrating literacy culture into daily activities through the formation of an active literacy community. 2) Tebuireng Islamic Boarding School proactively involves students and alumni in various literacy programs. 3) Tebuireng Islamic Boarding School organizes various literacy support programs through digital media such as websites, social media platforms, magazines and book publishing.

Maktabah, as an institution providing Islamic information, plays an important role in supporting the development of Qur'an studies and tafsir. This article aims to examine the contribution of the Maktabah of the Indonesian Ulema Council of North Sumatra in facilitating scientific activities related to the Qur'an and interpretation through the provision of collection materials, services, and institutional assistance. This research applies a qualitative approach with a literature study method equipped with a descriptive analysis of the function of maktabah as an Islamic reference center. Data were obtained from institutional documents, collection catalogs, and supporting literature relevant to the development of Qur'an studies. The findings of the study revealed that maktabah functions as a forum for scientific documentation, a channel for the dissemination of interpretive knowledge, and a tool to increase Qur'an literacy for academics and the wider community. In addition, the maktabah also supports discussions, seminars, and research activities based on classical and contemporary texts, thereby strengthening the Islamic scientific tradition at the regional level. The existence of maktabah also contributes to building a literacy culture based on authoritative sources and encourages integration between textual and contextual studies in understanding the Qur'an. These findings highlight the urgency of improving management, digitizing services, strengthening human resources, and expanding the collection of maktabah to meet the demands of Qur'an study and interpretation in a sustainable manner in the modern era.

The lack of facilities and supporting resources for teaching and learning activities in educational institutions and places of worship in Tewang Kadamba Village is a major factor hindering the development of students' literacy skills. In fact, literacy skills are one of the most fundamental aspects that every student must possess to support their continuity as individuals who are expected to live intelligently and with character. One of the breakthroughs offered by the researchers to solve the question as intended is by organizing a reading corner facilitation and facilitation to support the literacy skills of students in the Tewang Kadamba village. Therefore, this research is aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of the reading corn facilitation as a means of education and literacy improvement for students in Tewang kadamba village, central Kalimantan. The qualitative descriptive method was chosen to gain a deep understanding of the social, cultural, and historical context of a phenomenon. The research results show that reading corners can be an effective strategy to increase students' reading interest. Through three stages, namely planning, implementation, and evaluation, the provision of reading corner facilities has proven to enhance the love of reading and change students' positive attitudes towards literacy culture, both at school and in places of worship.

This community service program was implemented to address the low literacy levels among students in remote areas of Central Kalimantan, specifically at SDN 1 Tongka, Gunung Timang District, North Barito Regency. The main objective of the program was to implement a literacy corner as a strategy to improve student literacy and create a sustainable literacy ecosystem in the school environment. The method used included participatory and adaptive approaches, applying the concept of a "mobile literacy corner" adapted to the limitations of local space and resources. The program was carried out over 45 days, covering preparation, implementation, and evaluation phases. The results showed a significant increase in students' reading interest, with a 68% rise in the frequency of visits to the literacy corner. Pre-test and post-test evaluations indicated an average increase in students' literacy skills of 27%, particularly in reading comprehension and vocabulary mastery. Participatory observation revealed the formation of a stronger literacy culture in the school environment, characterized by student-initiated literacy discussions and increased use of references in academic tasks. The program also successfully developed an adaptive and contextual model for implementing literacy corners, which has the potential to be replicated in other remote areas of Indonesia.

The research and development is titled “Development of Pop-Up Book Media in Enhancing Literacy Culture in the Reading Corner Program at SMP Negeri 1 Berastagi.”This development research aims to determine: (1) The design of pop-up book media; (2) The development of pop-up book media in enhancing student literacy; (3) The feasibility of pop-up book media in improving student literacy. This research is conducted using a Research and Development (R&D) model with the 4D model, which includes Define (definition), Design (design), Development (development), and Dissemination (dissemination). The subjects of this research are students of SMP Negeri 1 Berastagi, totaling 35 individuals. The instruments used in this research include questionnaires to assess the development, feasibility, and effectiveness of the media. Data analysis techniques include product data analysis, initial data analysis, and hypothesis testing.The results show that the pop-up book media received evaluations of 81% from media experts, 92% from material experts, and 65% from language experts. There was an average increase in student scores of 83%, indicating a significant change between pretest and posttest scores. The conclusion of the research is that the pop-up book media for drama content is suitable for use in literacy activities of the reading corner program. Recommendations for future research include being more meticulous in planning the development of pop-up book media, ensuring it aligns with the needs and characteristics of students.

This research aims to describe the implementation of literacy culture programs in elementary schools. This research uses a qualitative phenomenological approach. The subjects were school principals, teachers, students selected using purposive sampling techniques. Test the validity of the data using triangulation techniques by comparing the results of observations, interviews and documentation. The research results show that: 1) The policy of implementing a literacy culture in elementary schools using the government's School Literacy Movement program. This is based on Minister of Education and Culture Regulation no. 23 of 2015 which focuses on character development. (2) Implementation of literacy culture in elementary schools. This is based on the habituation stage which involves 10 minutes of reading the Koran and story books before learning. The activity development stage carried out was responding to the contents of reading books by reading independently, giving appreciation to students' literacy achievements, and having a school literacy team. The learning stage involves getting used to reading textbooks and using various strategies that support learning.  

This research departs from the phenomenon that occurred in Islamic boarding schools that are still not strong in developing a literacy culture in creating a generation that is waiting through educational leadership. The purpose of this research is to find out the literacy culture for students in the digital era, literacy facilitation for students and the impact of literacy culture for students at the Sirojut Tholibin Plosokandang Islamic boarding school.  The methods used in this service activity are the lecture method, question and answer method, and discussion method. The cottage-based literacy movement is carried out in three stages, namely the habituation stage, the development stage, and the learning stage.  The results of the implementation of service at Sirojut Tholibin Plosokandang related to literacy culture in this all-digital era can be held properly and smoothly in accordance with the work program that has been prepared. The purpose of this work program is so that Indonesian youth, especially students in Sirojut Tholibin Plosokandang, do not abandon the reading culture even though the times are increasingly sophisticated, especially in social media. Utilizing the technology they have for positive things for future provisions. Continue to develop a literate culture so that it can create a work that can be enjoyed by the general public. And the hope is that in the future when they become alumni students, they will be able to compete with the outside world. That is the hope of the community service implementation team and the caregivers of Sirojut Tholibin Plosokandang.

This research aims to determine the role of literacy activities in increasing students' interest in reading and writing. This research is qualitative research in the form of library research, namely a method of collecting data, understanding and researching theories from various scientific literature. Collecting data by searching for sources and constructing them from various sources such as books, journals and existing research. The research results show that literacy indirectly motivates students to be interested in reading and writing activities. From literacy activities, students are interested in taking part in writing, storytelling or reading competitions organized by the school with a high sense of responsibility. Literacy can provide benefits for students, for example increasing insight, making it easier to read and understand the material being studied. By building and maintaining a strong literacy culture, society can create an environment that supports and stimulates interest in reading and writing among all generations

Advances in technology and the way we access information have an impact on reading interest causing changes in literacy culture that are important to understand. The spread of information technology that is getting easier and faster, not only brings benefits but also has a bad impact. Therefore, the need for understanding in filtering information, one of which is by increasing digital literacy. This study aims to review more thoroughly and synthesize the latest literature to provide knowledge about the development of digital literacy and efforts to increase digital literacy, especially for students. The method applied is a qualitative approach. Using the Sinta database, this study applies systematic literature review (SLR) techniques to thoroughly assess the trends and developments of Digital Literacy. This study reveals several conclusions on the main topic: In an effort to improve digital literacy in students, it can be done by developing a critical mindset, functional skills, communication and interaction, accurately sorting and evaluating information, and understanding digital culture.

This article is a report on community service activities in order to fulfill the 2023 Government Assistance Program for Facilitating Cultural Advancement organized by the Region XII West Kalimantan Cultural Advancement Agency. The purpose of this article is to reintroduce, preserve and develop literacy culture, especially reading and writing in Javanese texts, to teachers, especially Islamic Religious Education Teachers (PAI) and Local Content Teachers (Mulok) at the junior high school/equivalent level in Sambas City. PAI and Mulok teachers are also the spearheads of introducing local culture. Therefore, this activity focuses on recognizing Jawi letters and reading Jawi writing. The reporting procedure is based on a qualitative descriptive approach. Data collection techniques were carried out using interviews, observation and documentation. The results of the research show that PAI and Mulok teachers at junior high school/equivalent level actively participate in seminar activities and practice reading and writing Jawi texts. This is very important because the development of an independent curriculum today requires the capacity and creativity of schools, especially teachers and is a benchmark for school progress. Apart from that, material development should focus on exploring local wisdom, one suitable material is the practice of reading and writing Javanese texts.

The community service program "Village Literacy Movement: Building Reading and Writing Culture in Pangkalan Benteng Village" aims to enhance reading and writing skills and establish a literacy culture within the village community. The primary issue addressed is the low literacy rate, which limits access to information and educational opportunities. The methods used in this program include literacy training and various literacy activities such as group reading, writing competitions, and book discussions. The results show significant improvements in reading and writing skills among children and adults, increased reading interest, and the development of a stronger literacy culture. Community empowerment and the enhancement of local leadership capacity were also achieved through active involvement in the management and implementation of the program. This program demonstrates that a participatory approach and access to quality reading materials can effectively improve literacy and empower communities.

This research aims to explore the potential for strengthening literacy culture in elementary schools by focusing on the role of teachers as role models, facilitators and resource providers. The research method uses a qualitative approach with Systematic Literature Review (SLR) as an information gathering tool. The aim is to strengthen the implementation of literacy culture in schools through integration in the curriculum, increasing the role of parents, and a variety of books in the library. The benefits include increasing literacy understanding, student motivation to read, and the formation of a strong literacy culture in elementary schools. The results of this research note the positive impact of strengthening literacy culture, including increasing literacy understanding, student motivation to read, and the formation of a sustainable literacy culture in the elementary school environment. The teacher's role as a role model, facilitator and resource provider has a significant influence on the successful implementation of a literacy culture.

This article aims to implement a culture of literacy to children starting from an early age. This is due to the rise of the digital era which makes people, especially children, choose to spend more time playing gadgets. Therefore, at this time there is a lot of degradation of insight and knowledge due to lack of motivation to familiarize themselves with reading literacy. If a culture of literacy is not applied from an early age, this will cause the possibility of interest in reading and writing for the next generation to be minimal or reduced. Therefore, an understanding of literacy culture from an early age needs to be instilled because at that age, the age of the child is stepping on the "golden age" or golden period, which ranges from when the child is 1 to 6.5 years old. At that time, children experience the development of growth and grow rapidly, so that to apply the culture of literacy methods, interest in reading or writing is easy to apply and easier to get used to.

Literacy is the capacity to comprehend, gain access to, and effectively utilise information through speaking, writing, and reading activities. It is indisputable that there are encouraging and discouraging aspects throughout the implementation of the School Literacy Movement in order to improve kids' interest in reading, particularly in elementary schools. This study aimed to investigate the role of literacy activities, educational hurdles, and initiatives to boost reading motivation in elementary school students. This study is qualitative in nature. Principals of schools, as well as pupils and instructors at Inpresi Kadundungan Elementary School, participated in the study. ways for gathering data through observation, writing, and interviewing. Based on the study's findings, it can be concluded that literacy-related activities help kids become more interested in reading and help teachers and administrators work to remove obstacles to literacy-related activities.

Students must understand economics in order to have adequate economic literacy. Students can use economics as a guide to find out markets, prices, and the type of business required for entrepreneurship. In critical thinking involves self-evaluation which results in analysis, evaluation, and explanation with conclusions based on evidence, concepts, methods, criteria, or contextual considerations. This study aims to analyze the influence of economic literacy in improving students' critical thinking skills in the 21st century. The method used in this research is in the form of literature study method, namely by using previous literature related to the research topic. The results of the study show that to produce competent individuals who are able to understand, involve, utilize, analyze and transform existing information, literacy must become a culture that is instilled from an early age. To be able to compete with the outside world and improve literacy skills, students must create a literacy culture that is instilled from an early age to produce competent human beings who are able to understand, involve, use, analyze and transform existing information.