Education News: Should Schools Be Required To Teach Cursive Writing?

For those who do not know, cursive writing is the writing style in which the letters are joined to each other in a flowing manner and is also commonly known as the joined handwriting. Although the mode of study has more shifted towards technological means like the use of gadgets, gizmos such as computers and iPads, it is still very important to learn and understand the cursive writing.

This type of handwriting is not taught in most of the schools nowadays. Since in schools, students often do most of their work on computers and tablets, and keyboarding classes are offered in most of the school districts.

A comeback for cursive writing, however, may be expected. According to Time For Kids, Louisiana passed a law demanding that all public schools must begin cursive writing in third grade and continue until the 12th grade. Arkansas and Texas also have laws demanding cursive writing to reinitiate. Other states and local school districts have passed or are exploring similar legislations as well.

Library Director at the University of Illinois says that it is very important for students to learn this style of writing in order to understand some important documents like the Constitution of United States. Also, some old books that are the basis of quality knowledge are also written in a cursive manner.

Supporters say, fine motor skills can be learned by students practicing cursive. As it is faster and more efficient than printed handwriting.

Unfortunately, some skeptics have pointed out that it's more essential for students to utilize their time in focusing on other subjects and school learning technology skills as the world is pacing at an astonishing speed, as per Prescott News. However, it is important that the educational institutes keep a balance and teach them all that is needed to get good quality education.