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Are outdated computers reverting students to a prehistoric era?

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Suddenly, after thousands of years, there was an alternative to holding a writing implement in the hand. Therefore, the keyboard was chosen, and it would seem that the importance of thousands of years of human cognitive development was cast aside. By Medieval Times, the stylus and papyrus had evolved into a quill and paper.

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5 educators share insights into teaching and learning

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The pedagogical approach to brings learning to life for students through hands-on engagement that lends itself to both differentiation and personalization, writes Kendall Stallings, a first grade teacher in Baltimore County. Elementary school years mark a critical phase in a child’s cognitive development.

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The Case for Why Handwriting is Still an Essential Skill for Students

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But also, because there are undeniable cognitive benefits students experience through the process of learning to write: Enhanced memory and learning : Handwriting improves retention of information compared to typing. Improved hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills, essential for cognitive development.

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The importance of agency in successful edtech adoptions

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We must equip students with valuable skills, such as how to write effective generative AI prompts, to prepare them for their future careers. Seek forward-thinking educators online, where professional development, webinars, blogs and videos on AI are abundant. The technology is only going to permeate more of our everyday lives.

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To Be Ready for Kindergarten, Teachers and Researchers Say Social-Emotional Skills Are Key

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These include following instructions, sharing, listening and participating during lessons, using writing utensils and craft materials, and toilet training. One is physical development, including gross motor skills, which allow kids to run, hop and skip, as well as fine motor skills, which help children hold a pencil or use scissors.

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How Building Bonds in the Classroom Can Motivate Better Teaching

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Researchers believe it may be in part due to their age and development, and partly because secondary school teachers are content specialists who can dive more deeply into their subjects. In addition, as course content becomes more challenging in higher grades, teachers may tend to use these complex strategies more often.”

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Helping Students Improve Their Handwriting

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The Importance of Good Handwriting Research suggests that writing by hand engages the brain more than if you were typing on a keyboard. Understanding the Purpose To foster neat handwriting skills, students need to understand the purpose behind their writing. It also improves your memory and understanding of what you are learning.