At the chalk face: Handwriting & embodied cognition

Is Handwriting Still Important in Computing Lessons? 🖊️💻In a world full of keyboards, screens, and now AI, do students still need to pick up a pen? In this episode of At the Chalk Face, Craig and Dave dive into the surprisingly important role of handwriting in learning – even in computer science!From GCSE to A-Level, they discuss:Why handwriting helps reinforce learning through the “eyes–brain–hand” loop ✍️How AI and typing might be making students less engaged with the thinking process 🤔Practical ways teachers can bring handwriting back into lessons without losing the benefits of technology 💡Whether you’re a teacher curious about effective study strategies or just wondering if your own handwriting skills are worth keeping, this is an eye-opening chat you won’t want to miss.💬 Join the conversation: Do you think handwriting still has a place in 2026?#TeamCompSci #CraignDave #Education #TeachingTips #Handwriting #LearningByHand #ComputerScience #GCSE #ALevel #TeachingInnovation👍 Like, subscribe, and hit the bell if you enjoy honest conversations about teaching, technology and life in schools. 🔗 More from us:Website & resources – Craigndave.orgSmart Revise – smartrevise.onlineCraig'n'Dave Teaching Resources - https://craigndave.org/resource-centre/ #Teaching #Education #Pedagogy #CraigAndDave #AtTheChalkface #TeacherLife #news #educationnews #mobilesinschool