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Definition of reader development

In recent years libraries have moved towards fostering reader development, a more reader -centred approach. A good definition of reader development is:

active intervention to:

increase people's confidence and enjoyment of reading

open up reading choices

offer opportunities for people to share their reading experience

raise the status of reading as a creative activity

(See http://www.openingthebook.com)

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