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Should schools rely less on tablets and bring back more traditional learning tools? 📚
In recent years many classrooms around the world moved toward digital learning. Tablets and screens replaced notebooks, handwriting and printed books in many schools.

But some countries are now rethinking this approach. In Denmark and Sweden, several discussions and policy decisions have encouraged schools to reduce screen time and focus again on reading, handwriting and learning from physical books.

Supporters say that writing by hand and reading on paper can improve concentration, memory and deeper understanding. Critics argue that digital tools are still an important part of modern education and should not disappear completely.

The debate shows that education systems everywhere are still searching for the best balance between technology and traditional learning.

Source: Nordic education policy discussions on screen use in schools