Following an examination of brain activity, researchers found using a pen and paper helps children learn more and remember better than if they record information on a computer. Scientist also found that the act is beneficial for adults, suggesting they will remember contents better after writing them down. In 2017, she examined the brain activity of 20 students and the recent study examined brain activity in twelve young adults and twelve children – the first time the team analyzed children. EEG was used to track and record brain wave activity using a hood fitted with more than 250 electrodes attached to the outer lining. EEG was used to track and record brain wave activity using a hood fitted with more than 250 electrodes attached to the outer lining.

Source: Daily Mail October 01, 2020 18:28 UTC