Abstract:Writing is a complex activity requiring the coordination of cognitive, linguistic, and motor processes. Developmental models of writing highlight transcription skills (spelling and handwriting), text generation skills, working memory, and executive functions as important components when producing written text. Research has shown that difficulties in transcription, oral language, or executive skills can impact on the availability of working‐memory resources and has repercussions for the engagement of the other … Show more
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