Should I do my homework in pen or pencil?

The homework you hand in must be neat, and must either be typed or written in pen (not pencil!). (Note: “written over without erasing” includes not just superimposing one letter written in ink on another, but writing something in pencil and then tracing over it in pen.

Should math be taught through technology pencil or paper?

Students will get the most out of a lesson if tech is used only when it enhances the lesson, not dominates it. Practicing concepts by hand on paper is irreplaceable in the math classroom. It’s not only a more effective means of showing the work, it is also more effective for student retention.

Do students still use pencils?

Yes—-and often more in some classes than others. My students for some years have had a preference for mechanical pencils over traditional wood ones, but both are still used.

Why is online homework better?

It eradicates the need to print off copious amounts of paper for each student, and it ensures that the homework set is clear and coherent for the whole group. Setting online homework also widens the scope of activities that simply can not be done through paper activity.

Do students learn better on paper?

Their 2018 study involved more than 171,000 readers. Comprehension, they found, was better overall when people read print rather than digital texts. The researchers shared the results in Educational Research Review. Alexander says students often think they learn more from reading online.

Is paper and pencil considered technology?

The simplest form of technology is the development and use of basic tools. such as is the pencil, of course, in its various forms of easement, productivity, and convenience, IS a tool or instrument used for draughtmanship in drafting, artistic venues, and communication (writing) forms, as well as for teaching.

Why do schools use paper?

Today, schools are still using enormous amounts of paper on a daily basis for a variety of reasons, including homework assignments, tests, and resource handouts as just a few examples. While these papers are often a valuable resource for students, there is an overconsumption of paper throughout schools.