12 Questions
What is the main reason proponents of replacing libraries with iPads suggest it will save local cities and towns money?
Because libraries are expensive to maintain
According to the study, what is the difference in reading speed between tablet and print readers?
20-30% slower on tablets
What is one of the health problems associated with staring too long at a screen?
Dizziness
What is one advantage of digital resources mentioned in the passage?
They allow for more materials to be accessed
What is a potential health issue associated with excessive use of tablets and mobile devices?
Fibromyalgia
Why do proponents of replacing libraries with iPads think it will encourage more people to read?
Because they won't have to travel to a library to get a book
What is the author's main argument against replacing libraries with iPads?
Digital resources are associated with less learning and more problems
Why is it not a good idea to replace libraries with tablets?
Tablets would encourage people to spend more time looking at digital screens
What is one benefit of libraries that tablets cannot offer?
Quiet study spaces
What was the result of a local library instituting community events in one neighborhood?
Over a third of residents reported feeling more connected to their community
According to a Pew survey, what percentage of American adults feel that closing their local library would have a major impact on their community?
Nearly two-thirds
What is a benefit of libraries mentioned in the text?
Acting as a quiet study space
Study Notes
Argument Against Replacing Libraries with Tablets
- Proponents of replacing libraries with tablets argue that it will save local cities and towns money, encourage more people to read, and provide access to more materials.
- However, digital books and resources are associated with less learning and more problems than print resources.
Digital vs Print Reading
- A study found that people read 20-30% slower on tablets, retain 20% less information, and understand 10% less of what they read compared to people who read the same information in print.
Health Risks of Excessive Screen Time
- Staring too long at a screen has been shown to cause numerous health problems, including:
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Dry eyes
- Headaches
- Eye strain
- Excessive tablet and mobile device use is also linked to more serious health issues, such as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Shoulder and back pain
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Muscle strain
Additional Benefits of Libraries
- Libraries offer a multitude of benefits beyond book lending, including:
- Quiet study spaces
- Opportunities for community engagement and socialization
- Classes on various topics
- Job opportunities
- Answering patron questions
- Keeping the community connected
Community Impact of Libraries
- A neighborhood found that after a local library instituted community events, over a third of residents reported feeling more connected to their community.
- A Pew survey conducted in 2015 found that nearly two-thirds of American adults feel that closing their local library would have a major impact on their community.
Explore the pros and cons of replacing public libraries with digital alternatives, considering the potential impact on reading habits and municipal budgets. Evaluate the arguments for and against this idea, and develop your own perspective on the role of libraries in modern society.
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