TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Professor Chen Tak-wai (陳德懷) from National Central University (NCU, 國立中央大學) on Thursday (Dec. 12) recommended students read for at least 30 minutes daily, five days a week, to cultivate a consistent reading habit. He emphasized the importance of regular reading in enhancing neural connections, contrasting it with the detrimental effects of excessive use of electronic devices.
The Ministry of Education (MOE, 教育部) held the "Week of Reading-For-Tomorrow" (晨讀運動－明日閱讀日) awards ceremony on Thursday, recognizing 23 schools for their outstanding contributions. Chen has promoted the reading initiative across over 2,100 primary and secondary schools in Taiwan, utilizing the Modeled Sustained Silent Reading (MSSR) approach to foster students' interest and habits in reading.
Chen stressed that interest-driven reading bolsters learning focus and reduces screen time. Chang Li-chieh (張立杰), president of the Association of Reading for Tomorrow (明日閱讀協會), reiterated that the key to MSSR lies in "modeling," urging parents and teachers to set an example by dedicating time to reading.
In New Taipei City, New Taipei Municipal Shuang-Xi High School (雙溪高中) Principal Yeh Chun-shi (葉俊士) shared that the school has been implementing MSSR and book discussion activities for a decade, even hosting live-streamed book talks.
In Taoyuan City, Nan-Shi Elementary School (南勢國小) Principal Hsu Chih-hao (許志豪) encouraged parents to create home libraries and engage more actively through reading communities.
As the reading initiative gains momentum, educational leaders continue to advocate for the integration of MSSR in daily routines, aiming to inspire a new generation of avid readers.
