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something that makes me very sad about our comrades in the U.S (lemmygrad.ml)
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i was thinking about making a post about the importance of learning cursive handwriting (historical documents, neurological benefits) etc. but then i remembered how i learned cursive by my teachers guiding my hand. i realized that this is basically off limits in the U.S and this would be seen as very scandalous for a teacher to do but in most of the world its such a normal, innocent act for kids to learn how to write. a low touch culture literally kills a people so insidiously.

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[–] EmmaGoldman@hexbear.net 13 points 2 days ago (1 children)

this is basically off limits in the U.S and this would be seen as very scandalous for a teacher to do

Literally huh? American schools don't really teach how to do cursive writing anymore, but American teachers are absolutely not forbidden from or judged for touching children in this way. Strange misconception.

[–] Malkhodr@lemmygrad.ml 9 points 2 days ago (1 children)

One of my close friends works in education and they've actually relayed to me the same experience. I think it depends on where in the US you are. Also, what level of position you are and the context behind the interaction. I doubt something like writing cursive would be frowned upon, but it can really depend on he school officials.

[–] Maeve@lemmygrad.ml 6 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Everyone should know cursive, so they can sign their name. I wish shorthand was still en vogue, too.

[–] Malkhodr@lemmygrad.ml 6 points 2 days ago (1 children)

I know a little bit, but couldn't tell you quite a few letters. Though my signature is definitely a form of it, albeit not good because I have a Doctor's handwriting.

[–] Maeve@lemmygrad.ml 4 points 2 days ago

I don't know any shorthand, but I know people who do. What a timesaver!