Cursive Handwriting: With increased use of digital communication, cursive handwriting is no longer emphasized in many schools, leading to a decline in this traditional skill.
Map Reading and Navigation: GPS and smartphones have made map reading and navigation skills less necessary, as most people rely on technology for directions.
Basic Sewing and Mending: With the availability of inexpensive clothing and fast fashion, fewer people are learning basic sewing skills like hemming, repairing tears, or sewing on buttons.
Handwriting Checks: With the rise of electronic banking and online payments, the need for handwriting checks has decreased, leading to fewer people learning how to write them.
Analog Photography: The advent of digital photography has made traditional film photography and darkroom skills less common, as most people use digital cameras or smartphones for photography.
Phone Etiquette: With the prevalence of texting and messaging apps, formal phone etiquette—such as answering calls politely and taking messages—is less emphasized and practiced.
Cooking from Scratch: As convenience foods and meal delivery services become more popular, fewer people are learning how to cook meals from scratch using basic ingredients.
Outdoor Survival Skills: With urbanization and modern conveniences, traditional outdoor survival skills like building a fire, navigating wilderness areas, and foraging for food are less commonly taught and practiced.