SPX23 Cursive Anyone?

Should we expect Cursive to be taught in school?  Is there a benefit?  Is it wasted time since we use technology so much?  Joe and STEMBoT share some data so you can form your own decision.

 

Links to explore:

 

Why we should Stop Teaching Handwriting.

Cursive is making a comeback.

Top 10 Reasons to Learn Cursive.

Cursive is Dumb.

Why cursive handwriting needs to make a school comeback.

Why Don't the Common-Core Standards Include Cursive Writing?

Common Core Reinforced Not Teaching Cursive.

What is the 4th Grade Slump?

What Is Automaticity?

 

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