Importance of Good Handwriting

The world is moving towards complete digitalization and very soon, in most countries, handwriting as a skill will no longer be needed. But in India, handwriting matters because even with technology entering classrooms, our examinations-from nursery to post-graduation- are largely handwritten. In such a scenario, the students need to develop good handwriting because even if they write correctly, messy and illegible writing can bring down the scores.

According to experts, “good handwriting aids in brain development, builds confidence, engages brain circuits and finally leads to better grades.” At the lowest level, our main concerns are fine motor skills. The child is allowed to write on the sand, scribble on paper and paint within lines. The students are taught the correct way to hold a pencil and with the right amount of pressure. And as a result, teachers can plant the seeds of good handwriting in early stages, say during Preschool. Their eye-hand coordination must be developed to be able to control the movement properly. For these various exercises are taught like threading, beading, putting pegs in the right holes, etc. Choosing the correct kind of pencil is also important. “It is important to teach children formation, sizing, the spacing between words and line-alignment so that they are able to write legibly.”

With the introduction of pens, a few students find it difficult to write neatly. SchoolConsultants of India provides the training sessions for the teacher, where they learn to devote time to first teach them how to hold the pen, the angle and the grip after which it becomes a smooth-sailing. Especially in present times where a combination of cursive and print form is accepted. Most schools are doing away with the cursive patterns as were prevalent a decade ago in favor of a mixed pattern but which is neat and legible.

Writing, like reading, is not only therapeutic but as an art slowly disappearing. Now, everything is summarised, short and speed are of the essence. In doing this, the beauty of expression, language, and finer nuances are sometimes lost. ‘Texting language’ has gained prominence and in some international boards, it is even allowed! Today, if a student is asked to write beyond 100 words, he begins to flounder. Everything needs to be encapsulated! Naturally, good handwriting takes a back-seat.

Handwriting experts are made use of in many spheres, notable among them being criminology and forensic science. Graphology is the science that helps an individual to relate his/her personality, behavior, and intelligence and communication style. One can take up a career as a handwriting analyst with good handwriting practice.

In conclusion, we can say that however fast technology overtakes our traditional methods; writing is a great way to develop our brain and improve our cognitive skills. Neat and well-defined handwriting is a reflection of the person’s nature and is a tool to impress others. Educare India Advisory has the expertise to set up the value enabled progressive institutions in the educational arena with the right guidance and the suggestions.