Handwriting notes in class might seem like an anachronism as smartphones and other digital technology subsume every aspect of learning across schools and universities. But a steady stream of research ...

I am in the midst of revising a book about writing, which has me simultaneously thinking about writing in the context of what I’m saying in the book and reflecting on the writing I am doing as the ...

Though writing by hand is increasingly being eclipsed by the ease of computers, a new study finds we shouldn't be so quick to throw away the pencils and paper: handwriting helps people learn certain ...

All of us obviously want to help our students become better writers. But are there ways we can “double-dip,” too—in other words, help them improve their writing AND also use writing instruction to ...

As 2025 comes to an end, I want to thank my readers who have emailed me throughout the year with encouraging and kind words. I truly appreciate the thoughtfulness put into every message. Due to my ...

“We show that when writing by hand, brain connectivity patterns are far more elaborate than when typewriting on a keyboard,” writes Audrey van der Meer, a brain researcher at the Norwegian University ...

In one sense, the national conversation about what it will take to make sure all children become strong readers has been wildly successful: States are passing legislation supporting evidence-based ...

Through the PWR’s Writing Initiative for Service and Engagement (WISE), founded in 2008, the program has integrated community-engaged writing throughout its lower- and upper-division courses. Students ...

At the Jacobson Center, we believe that all students, at all levels of expertise, can improve their writing and learning skills. To that end, we offer writing services and resources, public speaking ...

Technological advancements reshape the tools and methods used by teachers and learners, changing how individuals acquire new knowledge, skills, and behaviors. The potential of AI and foundation models ...