Handwriting skills involve craftsmanship and an artistic way of presenting letters, and require a great deal of time and practice. Since students are more likely to type rather than write on paper for the rest of their life, I do not believe that this skill is prevalent in this modern era where computers are used both in the academic and professional arenas.
In this age of technology, some individuals argue that teaching children the skills of handwriting is no longer necessary. While handwriting is a useful skill that has been taught for centuries, I believe that the importance of teaching handwriting skills to children is decreasing quickly.