A pen designed by German company Lernstift can help youngsters and even adults learn to write. The pen, which is at the prototype stage, is capable of picking errors in spelling or letter formation in real-time, delivering a warning vibration to the writer's hand.
Users can choose between two functions: Calligraphy Mode – pointing out flaws of form and legibility or Orthography Mode – detecting orthographic and grammatical mistakes.
Sensors built into the pen detect variations in the way a letter is formed and buzzes immediately if an error is spotted. Creators Falk and Mandy Wolsky were inspired by their son's early writing attempts, according to their website Lernstift.
They explain on their company's website: 'From the very first words there were errors.'It is hoped the quick prompts will help children learn to write more accurately, more quickly.
The inventors will launch a crowd funding project, financed by donations from the public who support the concept behind the invention, during February, 2013 to raise money to develop and market the idea.
Proposed improvements for future pens include adding pressure sensors, computer connectivity and an open platform to allow others to develop apps and expand the functionality of the pen.
Ok readers, what do you think about this pen. Should it be allowed in exam halls?
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