Allowing for shorter assignments encourages the student to focus on quality rather than quantity, thus often decreasing the urge to rush through. Many times a student may be capable of completing the work, but unable to do so in the same amount of time as his peers. The extra time decreases the tendency for rushing through and can increase the focus on quality. Sometimes students with writing difficulties make multiple mistakes when copying information and it is important to insure that they have access to the correct information. Some students benefit from having their math problems machine copied in enlarged format with additional white space, as this also prevents errors in copying the problem.
Some students perform better in manuscript whereas other students perform better using cursive.
Allowing work to be completed by computer word processing helps the student use staging more efficiently while also bypassing the mechanical difficulties of letter form and space. It is unfair and counterproductive to make a student with writing problems stay in for recess to finish work. These children need more movement time, not less. Keyboarding The most efficient compensation for any student who struggles with basic letter form and use of spaces to develop efficient word processing skills. Specific multisensory strategies designed for dysgraphic students are useful for any student who needs help developing appropriate letter form and automatic motor movements.