Touch typing lesson 28: Most, common, words, 1501, -, 2000

Keys and finger movements

Keyboard layout: English US.

Word frequency range: 1501 - 2000.

A familiar word may feel easy until one awkward pair of letters interrupts the rhythm. Notice where that happens: a repeated letter, a reach to another row, or two keys handled by the same finger. Give that movement a little more time. On another attempt, see whether the hesitation has eased, even if your overall speed is much the same.

Learning touch typing at school

Introducing touch typing into the school curriculum gives students a chance to practice a skill they use when working on a computer. The AgileFingers touch typing program can be used for this practice. Typing is one of the practical skills involved in digital literacy. Learning to type without looking at the keyboard lets students keep their attention on the text they are writing.

Speed is useful, but typing accurately matters too, whether they are writing an assignment, taking notes, or preparing a document. AgileFingers combines typing lessons with games, so students can vary their practice when repeated key exercises become monotonous. Goals and achievements give them targets to work toward and a way to see recorded results.

During independent practice, students can choose exercises and work at their own pace. Beginners can start with exercises on particular keys, while those who already type can practice more demanding exercises or whole texts. Learning touch typing at school gives students opportunities to develop a skill they can use in further study, at work, and in everyday life.

Compare a pupil's results with their own earlier work on similar material. Different languages and keyboard layouts make class rankings misleading.