Typing Exercises

You took typing but need to increase your typing speed? Job interview or just because? Typing has become critical in this computer based world, not only from the workplace but also resumes and communication now rely on the keyboard instead of pen and paper.

I took typing in high school before corrective ribbons were on the electronic typewriters. I was lucky to get to 15 WPM, and that was on a very good day. My typing teacher was awesome. It really wasn't her fault that I just was not that coordinated and often made mistakes reducing my numbers to single digits.

Fast forward to today, I teach Microsoft Office and often encourage my students to start or refresh their typing skills by increasing their speed. The website I use for  "learning to type" is typingclub.com where you can easily learn the basics to more advanced techniques. Yes there are advertisements although you can pay for an ad-free premium. I don't benefit from this suggestion, but found the 684 lessons to be challenging even for a more advanced student.

 There is a placement test for those that have a few skills, but don't take the placement test if you are hunting and pecking with your pointer finger. Take the time to learn how to really type correctly so you can build speed. 

But what if you are already a decent typist and need to improve your speed?  This one is cool.  www.typelit.io allows you to practice your typing by retyping your favorite classic books!  Sign in to track your progress and enjoy Ann of Green Gables, The Bible or The Origin of Species. Sixty-three options are currently available or bring your own book! 

As you can see, I still have a bit of a problem with errors but I know I can correct them quickly with a computer keyboard. Poof! No correction ribbon necessary. 

Till next time... Becky