In "Cursive writing gains renewed momentum in schools," De La Rosa addresses the topic of the renewed interest in teaching cursive in schools. The article discusses research showing that cursive not only provides students with the tools for written communication, but it also has been shown to improve achievement in spelling and math. In addition, the writer points to cursive as a means to improve fine motor skills for younger students and a method for improving memory and knowledge connections for older students. Both Arizona and New York City have plans to reinstate cursive instruction.
I believe that teaching cursive is still important. In spite of the fact that technology has decreased the overall amount of handwriting one does, there is still a significant need for these skills. Many students still need to write notes in class, and writing in cursive allows them to keep up as well as make connections and commit to memory. I also agree with the study cited in the article regarding fine motor skill improvement as a result of cursive handwriting. I think it is beneficial for the mentioned states and cities to restore cursive handwriting to their educational program.
Link to article:
https://www.districtadministration.com/article/cursive-writing-gains-renewed-momentum-schools
References:
De La Rosa, S. (2017, March 15). Cursive writing gains renewed momentum in schools. District Administration. Retrieved March 22, 2017, from https://www.districtadministration.com/article/cursive-writing-gains-renewed-momentum-schools
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I am a big believer in cursive handwriting. As education has moved away from spelling (use technology instead to learn to spell a word) and cursive handwriting, I wonder what are we doing to the English language? Shakespeare is rolling in his grave thinking of how we are destroying a common thread of culture that links us together. By not expecting out students to learn language and writing, we are heading down a path of mediocrity which will hurt our society.
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