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New research shows handwriting as important as typing for children

A hybrid of digital skills and traditional pen(cil) and paper is recommended for optimal learning.

Graffiti art in Dublin, Ireland. Photo: George Bakos via Unsplash.
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Setting in motion: what Ireland’s basic income pilot could mean

The success of the national campaign that established Ireland’s Basic Income for the Arts pilot scheme offers a range of…

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9 ways to help you deal with creative rejection

Hearing "no" is never easy but recovering from rejection is a necessary part of the artist’s life. Here are some…

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Braille: embossed dots literacy

Braille offers another accessibility option for readers, but what are the latest news and innovations for the system?

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So you want my arts job: Narrative Designer

Wondering who's behind the stories in video games? Narrative Designer Alexander Swords explains the scope of his job and player…

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Changing the direction of your arts practice – when, why and how?

London-based ceramicist, Chris Keenan, and other artists discuss what it means to change the direction of their arts practice.

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How to find a mentor – and make the most of it when you do

From structured programs to coffee dates with mates, how do you find the right mentor and get the most out…

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So you want my arts job: Proofreader

Proofreading is a last chance, 'spit and polish' appraisal of a writer's work for pesky mistakes. Being finicky and pedantic…

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Teacher-writers: the hyphenated existence

Writers who also teach (and vice versa). How do they manage to juggle both professions?