Handwriting is declining, influenced by the rise of emails, smartphones, and the digital age. In US public schools, the focus has shifted from handwriting instruction to typing, impacting students’ readiness for writing. Despite concerns about the fading art of handwriting, there remains a strong case for its benefits. While nostalgia plays a role in the argument for maintaining cursive skills, the act of writing with a pen offers cognitive and developmental advantages that are invaluable for students today.
"Parents, educators, and fellow penmanship advocates have been lamenting the end of handwriting for years. Email began edging out cards and letters decades ago."
"While the handwringing and emotions are at an all-time high, the case for handwriting is stronger than ever, too. The attachment is nostalgia, yet there are real benefits to learning to hold a pen."
Collection
[
|
...
]