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Kurdt said:
not at all. i think there's something to it. it enhances learning. both the rewriting process, and clear text is easier to process.
Do you think writing in cursive is going out of style?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the relevance and future of cursive writing in contemporary society. Participants explore personal experiences with cursive, its practicality, and whether it is becoming obsolete in favor of typing and printing. The conversation touches on educational practices and the perceived quality of handwriting.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants express that cursive writing may be going out of style, citing a shift towards typing and printing.
- Several contributors mention their personal struggles with cursive, including poor handwriting and a preference for printing for clarity.
- Some participants indicate that they use a hybrid of cursive and print, often switching styles mid-word or mid-sentence.
- A few participants argue that cursive is primarily useful for signatures, suggesting it should only be taught for that purpose.
- Others highlight that cursive can be faster for writing, although they acknowledge that their handwriting may not be legible.
- Some participants recall learning cursive in school and express nostalgia for its aesthetic, while others note that they have largely abandoned it in favor of printing or typing.
- There are mentions of specific educational methods, such as "denelian," which some participants believe complicate handwriting development.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally do not reach a consensus on the future of cursive writing. While some believe it is becoming obsolete, others maintain its importance or express a personal preference for it. The discussion reflects a variety of experiences and opinions without a clear resolution.
Contextual Notes
Participants express varying levels of proficiency and comfort with cursive, indicating that individual experiences may depend on educational background and personal practice. There are also references to specific challenges associated with cursive writing, such as the need to dot i's and cross t's, which some find cumbersome.
not at all. i think there's something to it. it enhances learning. both the rewriting process, and clear text is easier to process.
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SticksandStones said:
I fall into this category myself. Unfortunately, both my handwriting and printing is comepletly illegible!
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G01 said:I fall into this category myself. Unfortunately, both my handwriting and printing is comepletly illegible!
I also do some kind of a mix but mostly printing...cursive for familiar info and printing for everything else. I've always taken a lot of notes...don't want to remember all of the details (business deals not science)...but it is necessary to gather all of the details at a later date...if I don't print...I can't understand my own notes without a lot of effort.