Bridging Digital and Traditional Learning with ASSISTments

In a world where digital learning tools seem to dominate every aspect  of education, there’s still something uniquely valuable about putting pen to paper. That’s why ASSISTments offers a print feature that allows teachers to seamlessly combine the benefits of traditional pencil-and-paper practice with the advantages of ASSISTments. Whether you’re looking to accommodate varied learning preferences, reinforce foundational skills, or simply provide a tech break, the ability to print assignments is a game-changer

Why Blend Digital and Traditional Learning?

Research shows that writing by hand engages different cognitive processes compared to typing. For many students, pencil-and-paper practice can improve retention and understanding, especially in subjects like math where showing work is essential. By pairing the instant feedback and progress tracking of ASSISTments with the tangible benefits of written work, you’re giving your students the best of both worlds!

How to Incorporate Printing into Your Teaching Routine

Here are three practical ways to leverage the ASSISTments print feature to maximize your teaching routine with the benefits of paper and pencil: 

1. Targeted Interventions: Combine ASSISTments’ data insights with handwritten work to identify where students are struggling. Use this information to provide individualized support and interventions. Having both digital analytics and physical work allows for a deeper understanding of each student’s learning journey.
2. Daily Practice:. Encourage students to show their work and develop strong problem-solving habits. Once they’ve completed their assignments, they can upload images of their work back into ASSISTments for analysis and feedback. 
3. Classroom Review: After students complete their printed assignments, use the uploaded work to facilitate classroom discussions. Highlight different approaches, celebrate correct answers, and work through common misconceptions together.

Benefits of the ASSISTments Print Feature

• Flexibility: Whether you’re teaching in-person, remotely, or in a hybrid model, the print feature adapts to your needs.
• Inclusivity: Support diverse learning preferences by offering students both digital and paper options.
• Data-Driven Insights: Even with printed assignments, you can still track student progress within ASSISTments to guide your teaching.

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Ready to Get Started?

If you haven’t tried using ASSISTments with paper and pencil, now’s the perfect time to explore this feature. By blending traditional and digital methods, you can enhance your teaching routine and provide your students with a more holistic learning experience.

Learn more about using ASSISTments with pencil and paper here and discover additional resources to make the most of this powerful tool.

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