Peter's Online Typing Course

I have discovered something addictive but worthwhile, useful and so much fun.

I took proficiency test for our school district last month. Part one of two tests was typing. Since I am applying for a job that requires typing, I am using my free time to learn.


And what a nice website I've just found two days ago! http://www.typing-lessons.org/lesson_1.html. I am getting addicted to it because their typing exercise is like a game. I am taking the authors advise seriously (lol because I am determined to get any kind of job):

• No mistakes. Always be sure and in control. Follow the principle of 100% correct practice: to make a mistake is to learn incorrect things, and to confuse that which you already know.
• Slower is faster. Speed comes from certainty. The more you type things correctly, no matter how slow it has to be, the more certain you will be, and the faster you will become a proficient typist. Increase speed only when you feel sure enough to do so.
• Don't look at the keyboard! If you don't know where a key is, look at the keyboard to find it, then look away and type the key. Do not guess; always be sure.
• Relax. No unnecessary or dysfunctional tension!
• Hit the keys squarely in the center. If you find you aren't consistently doing so, SLOW DOWN!!! It should feel good to type!

I am recommending this website to those who still use the point system typing. Enjoy!

Comments

[sarrie]

The most important thing in learnimg typing is not to look at the keys. Mahirap aralin yon ng walang teacher to oogle at you when you are tempted to look.