Yes: handwriting still matters.
A new study has confirmed that writing by hand activates far more complex and widespread neural networks in the brain than typing, underscoring its importance for learning and memory.
Researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology used a high-density EEG cap with 256 electrodes to record brain activity in university students. They found that the intricate, sensory-rich movements involved in handwriting, especially cursive, trigger highly synchronized brain waves across extensive areas of the parietal and central regions. These coordinated patterns are strongly linked to memory formation, cognitive processing, and encoding new information.
In contrast, typing, which involves repetitive, simpler finger movements, produced significantly less neural connectivity and engagement. The difference was striking: the brain appears much less active during digital writing.
The researchers conclude that the unique motor and sensory experience of holding a pen plays a key role in brain development and learning. As a result, they argue that handwriting instruction should remain a core part of education to support deeper comprehension and cognitive growth in the next generation.
[ “Handwriting vs. Typing: A High-Density EEG Study on Brain Connectivity During Learning” — Norwegian University of Science and Technology (published in Frontiers in Psychology, 2025)]
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@TomBuck It has not been a good year for those who supply in my area. I think I'm up to about $64 spent and with one mediocre and remainder not edible.
@Phil_Johnson_ That man just planted a seed of cruelty into his son. Much of that will be directed at the father, but that son will be a bully - he will destroy anything that he doesn't care about or sow interest in. In 4-5 years that man will wonder, "what happened ‽"
@D_B_Harrison Meanwhile, Royals play in their insulated lives, all the while participating in carefully staged non-offensive neutered encounters with a select few who are ignorant sheep
@DavidRSullivn Great, & even really good coaches will be leaving. Did Saban see it coming? Universities & fans are going to demand that which no coach can build. Legacies gone because the players are in for self. No team, just I/me. All about $$$$. Don't get me started on "after praying, I"
@DavidRSullivn Let's have contracts requiring football player (in this case) scholarship athletes remain at school for 2 yrs (minimum) or repay scholarship and fees if going to another school to play. Also, player must play in post season. The NFL doesn't allow team hopping, neither should NCAA
It's true, isn't it? I honestly think one of the reasons marriage is now delayed till WAY too late in life is men and women don't know how to interact with each other.
🚨BREAKING: President Trump has announced that all military members who were discharged for refusing the COVID mandate will be reinstated and receive full back pay, along with a formal apology from the United States Government.
Does Trump have your full support on this?
Kamala, in the final hour, is saying that she is going after ‘hate speech’ and ‘misinformation’ on social media with the DOJ. By this she means anything that questions the prevailing secular worldview of our day.
This truly is a threat to our democracy.
That moment when someone says, "I can't believe you would vote for Trump.”
I simply reply, “I'm not voting for Trump.”
I'm voting for the First Amendment and freedom of speech.
I'm voting for the Second Amendment and my right to defend my life and my family.
I'm voting for the next Supreme Court Justice(s) to protect the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
I’m voting for the continued growth of my retirement and reducing inflation.
I’m voting for a return of our troops from foreign countries and the end to America’s involvement in foreign conflicts.
I'm voting for the Electoral College and for the Republic in which we live.
I'm voting for the Police to be respected once again and to ensure Law & Order. I am tired of all the criminals having a revolving door and being put back in the street.
I’m voting for the continued appointment of Federal Judges who respect the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
I’m voting for keeping our jobs to remain in America and not be outsourced all over the world - to China, Mexico and other foreign countries. I want USA made.
I’m voting for secure borders and have legal immigration. I can’t believe we have actually have flown 380,000 illegal immigrants into our country. I am voting for doing away with all of the freebies given to all of the illegals and not looking after the needs of the American citizens.
I'm voting for the Military & the Veterans who fought for this Country to give the American people their freedoms.
I'm voting for the unborn babies that have a right to live.
I’m voting for peace progress in the Middle East.
I’m voting to fight against human/child trafficking.
I'm voting for Freedom of Religion.
I'm voting for the right to speak my opinion and not be censored. I am voting for the return of teaching math, history, and science instead of indoctrination of our children and pronouns.
I'm not just voting for one person, I'm voting for the future of my Country.
I'm voting for my children and my grandchildren to ensure their freedoms and their future.