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Is Your Child Typing the Whole Day?

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I was having a virtual communication with one of my school friend in the USA. During our conversation, she voiced out a concern about the modern education technique in her kids’ schools. She revealed her kids’ were asked to carry only iPad to the school. They never wrote but only browsed their lessons and typed their classwork and homework. All submissions were online; there was no use of paper and pen in the school. She feared her kids may not properly learn to write using pen and paper, and the whole day typing and use of iPad may also lead to related health issues. Post this conversation, I analyze the issue as a learning consultant. The first thought that came to my mind was “blending traditional and digital learning” so that a child gets the best of both worlds. Traditional schooling methodology too has some significant benefits, which are essential for building strong foundation for a child’s education. Basic skills, such as writing, reading, social behavior wit