Research suggests teaching typing and word processing skills should start in primary school, much like writing with pen and paper.
- Professor in Early Childhood Education and Community, University of Canberra
It is easy to assume students will be able to write easily and effectively using a keyboard. They are growing up surrounded by technology. But new research shows children write better by hand.
Il existe un lien étroit entre peur et mémoire. Faut-il en déduire que cette émotion peut aider à apprendre ? La recherche nous montre au contraire qu’elle a des conséquences négatives à long terme.
In response to threats, we learn to avoid challenge and comply with external rules (instead of wondering how systems can be improved). We protect our feelings and restrict our thoughts to what’s safe.
A new survey of Australian primary teachers found almost 65% of teachers never asked students to write at home with the support of a family member.
Writing is a fundamental outcome indicator of learning across subjects and grades. The latest NAPLAN results tell us we need to do more to empower children with these skills.
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