MindShift Podcast Why Handwriting Still Matters in the Age of Screens
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Mar 11, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Nancy Cushen White, an experienced educator and language therapist, sheds light on the pivotal role of handwriting in literacy development. She contrasts traditional handwriting methods with digital approaches, emphasizing how writing by hand boosts memory and language skills. The conversation also touches on the decline of cursive writing and its educational implications. Through anecdotes, Nancy illustrates effective teaching strategies, revealing the joy and importance of nurturing handwriting in today's screen-centric world.
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Handwriting & Literacy
- Handwriting strengthens letter recognition and supports memory, especially when taught with reading and spelling.
- It's a crucial part of literacy learning, not just a motor skill.
Manuscript Advantages
- Manuscript print resembles book letters, aiding letter recognition.
- Writing activates brain regions associated with reading, even without physical writing.
Practice Makes Perfect
- Students need enough handwriting practice to make it automatic.
- Ensure letter formation consistency; teach one method and practice it until it's ingrained.