Read the text and complete the activities below.
In the 21st century, the keyboard is king. From corporate offices to university lecture halls, the rhythmic clicking of keys has replaced the scratch of pens on paper. We justify this shift with one word: efficiency. Digital notes are searchable, shareable, and infinite. However, as we embrace the convenience of the digital age, we must ask ourselves: what are we losing in the process?
Psychological research suggests that the "encoding" process—the way our brains move information from short-term to long-term memory—is significantly different when we write by hand. Because typing is so fast, many students become "stenographers." They record every word the teacher says without actually thinking about the meaning. This is known as shallow processing.
In contrast, the physical act of writing is slower and more demanding. It requires "desirable difficulty." Because you cannot write as fast as someone speaks, your brain must perform a complex task: listening, synthesizing, and summarizing. You are forced to decide what is important. This effort creates stronger neural pathways. Furthermore, the tactile nature of paper provides a sensory anchor that helps us focus, away from the constant temptation of browser tabs and notifications. The pen might be slower, but it leads to a deeper destination.
ACTIVITIES
Activity 1: Comprehension (True/False/Not Given)
1. Typing leads to "shallow processing" because it is a very slow activity.
2. The text suggests that being a "stenographer" in class is the best way to learn.
3. Writing by hand requires the brain to summarize information.
4. Most universities in 2026 have banned laptops in classrooms.
Activity 2: Vocabulary Match
Match the words on the left with the correct definitions.
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