Schiffweiler looks back: New local newspapers for 2025 have been published!

Schiffweiler looks back: New local newspapers for 2025 have been published!

On Thursday, the Schiffweiler Historical Association (HVS) presented the current local newspapers, which have been published annually since 1982. The 2025 edition is an impressive 182 pages long and contains 14 articles by eleven different authors. These articles shed light on village life and bring the community's historical events into focus. Chairman Detlev Zägel praised the work of everyone involved and especially thanked Bernhard Planz, who proofreads and corrects errors before printing the local newspapers. The local newspapers are a valuable source of information for citizens and interested parties in the region.

The articles in this issue not only reflect the history of Schiffweiler, they also contribute to a better understanding of the community's identity and culture. The in-depth examination of local issues and the recording of past events are of great importance for the community and promote a sense of belonging.

A look at digital development

In an increasingly digitalized world, questions arise about changes in learning behavior. Digital devices are increasingly replacing traditional handwritten writing. A 2020 study examines the neural differences between writing, typing and drawing and shows that handwritten note-taking offers many benefits. Critics fear that the increased use of computers will have a negative impact on students' grades and learning. The results of the study support the view that handwriting ability remains important for learning success.

The study, which involved 16 right-handed children and adults, collected EEG data to analyze brain activity during writing. The results show significant differences between the three writing methods, with writing and drawing activating similar brain regions, while typing involves different processes. This finding underlines the relevance of handwriting in schools to create optimal learning conditions.

These developments and discussions about the handling of information and the way people learn come in an exciting context that not only affects individual learning, but also the social framework. Especially in today's world, it is important to appreciate the value of traditional learning methods compared to the increasing digital trends in order to make the best possible use of the different learning opportunities. While digital devices offer many benefits, it is crucial not to lose sight of the skills associated with handwriting learning. The Schiffweiler Historical Association emphasizes the importance of history through its publications, while current research results emphasize the importance of traditional learning methods.

It is also important for users of digital services to be aware of the data protection regulations regulated by companies like Yahoo. The new privacy policy, updated in December 2024, requires existing account holders to agree to the new terms. In particular, reference is made to the collection of user data, location information and the use of cookies. These aspects also contribute to the discussion about digital development and its influence on the individual user experience.