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Student Skills
Student Skills
I know the location and function of keys on the keyboard.
I know how to type to complete assignment and online task
I know where the home keys are and I know how to practice touch typing.
I know the different functions of the trackpad (like click, right-click, and shortcuts).
I know basic keyboard shortcuts.
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In this Topic
In this Topic
This topic is ideal for the beginning or middle of the year, in order to learn about the keyboard, trackpad, and practice skills.
Lesson 1: Students learn and review names and functions of the keyboard and trackpad
Lesson 2: Students are introduced keyboard shortcuts.
Topic Task: Students practice of skills from the topic lessons.
Continued typing practice is important for students throughout the year. Recommended that students engage with these lessons, as well as practice using TypingClub.com. Practice for 10-15 minutes a few times a week can make a difference and prepare students to type more effectively on longer written assignments.
Lesson Notes
Lesson Notes
Keyboard functions
Trackpad functions
Slide deck intended for whole class instruction and students can follow along offline and then move to student assignment.
Resources
Resources
Use this version if you would like to change the prompts for students.
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Lesson Notes
Lesson Notes
Introduction to keyboard shortcuts:
Copy
Paste
Select All
Undo
Redo
Slide deck intended for whole class instruction and students can follow along offline and then move to student assignment.
Resources
Resources
Use this version if you would like to change the prompts for students.
Make a copy and save in your drive.
Topic Task Notes
Topic Task Notes
Keyboard and trackpad practice
Slide deck intended to be shared with students before they begin working on the Topic Task. If you would like to pace them through the assignment, you can display the slides while they work.
Resources
Resources
Use this version if you would like to change the prompts for students.
Make a copy and save in your drive.
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