1. Computer Applications
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Computer Applications

2. WEEK 1

3. Proper Keyboarding Techniques

4. “Practicing the correct way is the only way”
What is the correct way?
1. Keystroking and positioning
2. Concentration
3. Rhythmic keying
4. Conscientious practicing (goal)
5. Absolute self-confidence that you are going to succeed

5. Posture & Position at the Keyboard
Eyes level with the text on the monitor

6. Posture & Position at the Keyboard
Adjust your chair to the proper height.
Sit up in your chair
Both feet on the floor
Center your body between the “b” and “n” keys

7. Posture & Position at the Keyboard
Shoulders down, arms relaxed
Elbows level with the keyboard
Feet and lower back supported

8. Posture & Position at the Keyboard
Fingers curved

9. Posture & Position at the Keyboard
Wrists off the keyboard

10. Accuracy FIRST
Develop accuracy by typing in an unhurried and controlled speed. Speed will develop gradually and steadily as you become more and more accurate.
The faster you type the greater the possibility for errors; so type nice and smooth.

11. Type Letter-for-Letter
DON’T READ WORDS!

12. Be VOCAL!
Say each letter out loud in your mind as you synchronize your keystroke with the letter.
Say “space” out loud in your mind when you key the spacebar

13. Technique Critique

14. CORTEZ

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