- In previous studies, it has been suggested that handwriting is more effective, but the focus has mainly been on whether it is distracting or not.
- In this study, we investigate more cognitive aspects.
- There are studies that suggest that it is more effective to write using your head, such as by summarizing the information (Encoding).
- In the experiment, two types of tests were conducted: factual tests and conceptual tests.
- Various examples are given to illustrate specific cases where handwriting is effective or not.
- It seems that there is no effect in factual tests when there is no duration between taking notes and taking the test. Link to the source #Reference