WORLD OF LEARNING: EARLY TRAINING WITH A MOUSE

"Practice More Important Than Child's Age in Learning to Use Computer Mouse" ScienceDaily 2/16/11

If you're thinking about "stealth assessment," maybe kids should learn early how to use the computer. One intriguing thing in this Australian study is that kids seem to lose "smoothness" when manipulating the mouse as they get older. I would posit that this is not only a result of having to "sacrifice fluidity for speed," but also points to one of the drawbacks of computer screens--overstimulation. I think kids tend to jump around on screen because the movement is stimulating. The trouble then is less attention and focus.