Office and Print Resources: How To Type More Efficiently
Today, learning how to type has transitioned from being an uncommon hobby to a necessary skill. Not only is typing a useful tool for students in school, it also makes the jobs of writers, secretaries, and other professionals much more efficient. Statistics show that the average professional typist reaches between 50 and 70 words per minute. More advanced typists can reach speeds above an impressive 120 words per minute. The following links will provide typing education and typing tests for those who are interested in improving their typing skills.
Typing Education
- Online Typing Course: Large collection of typing lessons, finger placement information, and tying ergonomics.
- A Start on Typing: Typing techniques and information on how to type without looking down at the keyboard.
- Keyboarding – Technique: Technique checklist for students to produce good typing posture and skills.
- Spider Typing: Kids can use this fun game to practice typing letters and words.
- Computer Workstation Setup: Several pages of computer workstation and typing tips and techniques.
- Keyboarding for Kindergarten: Interactive tool used to help teach kindergarten students the letters on the keyboard.
- Keyboarding Resources: Here you will find printable keyboard resources for educators, as well as assessment and keyboard techniques.
- Typing Reference – Fingering: Learn where to properly place your fingers on a keyboard for efficient and accurate typing.
- Computer Skills Courses: Several computer skill courses for children, such as keyboarding skills and the use of Microsoft Office programs.
- Best Typing Tutor: Free download-able typing tutor program with practice lessons, games, and evaluation exams for educators.
- Krazy Keyboard for Kids: Over 16 typing lessons that teach children the home keys with a practice test at the end of the page.
- Typing and Keyboard Tips: Article that features several helpful keyboard and typing tips and tricks.
- Learning to Type Finger Guide — On this page, those who want to learn how to type can find a handy guide for finger placement.
- Super Typing Wizard Tips — Five good tips for improving one’s typing skills are accessible via this link.
Typing Tests
- Keyboarding Practice: Series of 17 practice drills to improve your typing speed and technique.
- Typing Lessons: Here you will find typing games, lessons, assignments, and time tests.
- Typing Speed Certificate: Take this online typing test to determine your average words per minute score and receive a printable typing speed certificate.
- Nimble Fingers: Free online typing program that provides tips, tricks, and typing tests for beginners and advanced typists.
- Typing Test: Select from beginner, novice, or expert to begin your typing test and determine your speed and accuracy.
- Typing Test: Select a time and topic to write about to test your typing speed, accuracy, and net speed.
- Typing Speed Test – Words Per Minute: Select from beginner, novice, or expert and test your typing speed.
- Typing Master: Test your typing skills through several online activities and typing games.
- Alphabetic Rain: This speed typing game requires the user to type along with the rhythm of music.
- Dance Mat Typing: Typing lessons for children that go through 12 stages to enhance typing skills.
- Typing Pal: Assess your typing performance and the productivity calculator to evaluate how you can type more efficiently.
- Free Typing Test: Instructions and typing test to measure your speed and accuracy in a one-minute period.