Keyboarding Introduction MODULE 2 KEYBOARDING PREPARED BY ANNA

Keyboarding: Introduction MODULE 2: KEYBOARDING PREPARED BY: ANNA VINOGRADOVA

Course Overview You will learn to apply a keyboarding technique using all of the keys of the keyboard You should attain a minimum net speed of 25 words per minute You will become aware of the importance of observing ergonomic rules

WEEBLY All course material will be available on Weebly: http: //module 2 keyboarding. weebly. com

YOUR CURRENT PERFORMANCE Have you previously taken keyboarding lessons? What is your speed? Are you currently using the hunt-and-peck method? Do you tend to look at the keyboard while you are typing? Do you catch yourself looking for that one key?

TOUCH TYPING A typing technique where you use all 10 fingers of your hands to quickly type words without looking at the keyboard.

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DVORAK Dr. August Dvorak’s keyboard layout

Why learn touch typing? Most jobs today require good typing skills As a secretary you are expected to type between 55 -80 wpm As a legal secretary, an average of 70 wpm Some statistics: It would take you about one year of regular typing practice to attain 60 wpm An average typist can type somewhere between 40 -60 wpm An expert typist 80 -120 wpm

Touch Typing Advantages Speed Accuracy Time-saver Reduces fatigue Job Prospects Focus Edit as you go

Observing Ergonomic Rules Remember that bad posture can affect your muscles and your energy level. If you are not sitting properly, you will get tired faster and will lose your level of concentration. Observing the ergonomics will prevent injuries. Consult the “Workstation Setup” guide on Weebly.

Before you begin Clean your desk Adjust your work station Sit straight and remember to keep your back straight Do not look at the keyboard although it might be tempting Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Everything comes with practice.

Finger Position Home row

10 Tips To Increase/Improve your typing speed Watch the following provided: https: //youtu. be/Gpy. Oagum. VKY video and take notes on the tips

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