Episode 354: Paper and Pen — What the Research Says

In an age of increased technology use, many students are reading on tablets and typing their work. This week Andrew Pudewa gathers his research to discuss the effects of technology in an educational setting. In this insightful episode you will learn about the differences between reading on paper versus on a screen, the benefits of writing notes instead of typing them, and the advantages of using a pen rather than a pencil.

Referenced Materials

“Convert . . . to Pens!”

Paper and Pen audio talk by Andrew Pudewa

Paper and Pen Slides

Structure and Style for Students

Teaching Writing: Structure and Style

“More than Ebook vs. Print: The Concept of ‘Media Mentors’” by 

Lisa Guernsey

“Teaching with Interactive Picture E-Books in Grades K–6” by 

Heather Ruetschlin Schugar et al. 

Words Onscreen by Naomi S. Baron

“Reading Linear Texts on Paper versus Computer Screen: Effects on Reading Comprehension” by Anne Mangen et al. 

“Readers Absorb Less on Kindles than on Paper, Study Finds” published by The Guardian

“Laptop Multitasking Hinders Classroom Learning for Both Users and Nearby Peers” by Faria Sana et al. 

“The Pen Is Mightier than the Keyboard” by Pam A. Mueller and

Daniel M. Oppenheimer

“Should Cursive Handwriting Still Be Taught in Schools?”

Cursive Knowledge

“An Analysis of the Ball Point Pen versus the Pencil as a Beginning Handwriting Instrument” by Shirley Tawney

Transcript of Podcast Episode 354

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