Keyboarding Information

Proper Posture

• • Sit up straight

  • Feet flat on the floor

  • Body centered in front of the computer

  • Elbows naturally by your side

  • Fingers curved & upright

  • Wrists low, but not touching the keyboard

  • Keep your eyes on the copy (what you are typing from), not the keyboard or your fingers

Timed Writings

    You will complete a three minute timed writing each week. Our goal by the end of the semester is to demonstrate the ability to type 40 words per minute with 95% accuracy. Weekly goals will gradually increase until we get to the 40 wpm and <= 2 errors. 

Click here - weekly targets, new keys, and lessons included

Click here - grading scale

** You have 2 weeks to make up a missed timed writing. See syllabus for other details and responsibilities.

    We will practice our typing techniques during class 2-3 times a week. Some may need additional practice outside of class. See the resources below for some fun online sites that help you practice your keying technique.