The Guardian – Zofia Niemtus 
Is there any point in learning to write with a pen or pencil in 2016? Of course there is. Yes, the rise of the machines means that we are probably more likely to use the notebook function on our phones than to hold an actual notebook in our hands. And yes, this may mean that we are at risk of losing the ability to write legibly. But are paper and pen dead? Not for your pupils, who will have to sit at least some of their exams using them. So how can you help your classes to master this vital skill?. (more)