Columbia University: Kids Learn Better Off Screens

Columbia University research reveals that children comprehend texts better, and remember the material longer, when reading and writing on paper. In recent years, there has been a decline in youth reading scores, which the study attributes to the shift towards digital learning. Waldorf education prioritizes handwriting, physical texts, and books. Technology is introduced as children progress through the grades, but most learning is intentionally done off-screen. This fosters cognitive development, comprehensive learning, and builds fine motor skills, ensuring that students take materials in at a deeper level and retain that knowledge.

Read the full article, A groundbreaking study shows kids learn better on paper, not screens. Now what?, published by The Guardian.