The Importance of reading in a digital world
Although we live in an age of accelerated digital world, research continues to highlight the importance of reading and its benefits. Dr. Robin Bright, professor of education at the University of Lethbridge, explains the benefits of reading and how it has decreased among Canadians.
According to BookNet Canada, of the top 10 leisure and recreational activities performed by Canadians, watching videos/TV is the first activity with 89 percent, while reading or listening to books is the ninth activity with 49 percent.