At the chalk-face
At the Chalk Face is a no-nonsense podcast from Craig’n’Dave, tackling real issues in education. Expect honest chat about pedagogy, classroom practice, and what actually works — from two ex-teachers still embedded in the world of schools. Not just for computer science teachers — this one’s for every educator.
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At the chalk face: Handwriting & embodied cognition
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Is Handwriting Still Important in Computing Lessons? 🖊️💻
In a world full of keyboards, screens, and now AI, do students still need to pick up a pen?
In this episode of At the Chalk Face, Craig and Dave dive into the surprisingly important role of handwriting in learning – even in computer science!
From GCSE to A-Level, they discuss:
Why handwriting helps reinforce learning through the “eyes–brain–hand” loop ✍️
How AI and typing might be making students less engaged with the thinking process 🤔
Practical ways teachers can bring handwriting back into lessons without losing the benefits of technology đź’ˇ
Whether you’re a teacher curious about effective study strategies or just wondering if your own handwriting skills are worth keeping, this is an eye-opening chat you won’t want to miss.
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Do you think handwriting still has a place in 2026?
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