Read your way to new life, says prof

PROMOTING reading and writing is key to the transformation of Papua New Guinea society, says University of Goroka Vice-Chancellor Professor Musawe Sinebare.
He made these remarks during the launch of the PNG Journal of Teacher Education which he wrote.
He said reading and writing of books could transform society in a big way if people were dedicated and committed to them.
“Papua New Guinea does not have a reading and writing culture, but the potential is there. So I want to encourage academics, students and the public to read and write more,” Sinebare said. “People in PNG need to be encouraged to take reading seriously. Read a lot of books. You can read newspapers which is okay. But newspapers have errors and changes are made unlike books which can give you vast knowledge.
“Those that read a lot of books are able to expand their vocabulary.”
He said PNG people were great storytellers “but we must transform that into writing”.
“I can tell you that a lot Papua New Guineans get scared when they see big books. That shouldn’t be the case.
“Parents should encourage their children to read more books and I am talking about actual books not newspapers or other reading materials.”
Sinebare urged schools to buy a lot of books.