Touch-Typing - Keyboarding and Computer Applications for Online ACT/SAT Prep
This semester-long course is designed to help high school students develop essential touch-typing and computer application skills needed for taking the ACT/SAT online.
Apples2Zippers Learning Academy
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4.9
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What's included
16 live meetings
12 in-class hoursAssignments
1 hour per week. includedAssessment
includedClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Join this course to enhance your typing skills and ensure you're ready to excel in the ACT and SAT online testing format! C O U R S E D E S C R I P I T I O N Prepare for the ACT and SAT with confidence by mastering touch-typing skills essential for online test-taking. This course is designed for high school students who aim to improve their typing speed and accuracy, ensuring they can efficiently navigate the digital testing format of these critical standardized exams. Over the course of the semester, students will engage in structured typing practice, interactive lessons, and practical applications that align with the demands of online test environments. K E Y F E A T U R E S Typing Fundamentals: Learn the basics of touch-typing, including proper finger placement, keyboard layout, and ergonomic practices. Speed and Accuracy: Participate in drills and timed exercises to enhance typing speed and reduce errors, critical for managing time during the ACT/SAT. Real-World Practice: Type passages from actual test materials to simulate exam conditions, helping to build familiarity and confidence. Computer Applications: Gain proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software, equipping students with the skills to handle various digital tasks efficiently. Test-Taking Strategies: Understand the online testing interface, learn time management techniques, and develop strategies to minimize test anxiety. By the end of the course, students will not only be proficient typists but also well-prepared to tackle the digital format of the ACT and SAT, optimizing their performance and achieving their best possible scores.
Learning Goals
Improve Typing Speed and Accuracy
Achieve a typing speed of at least 40 words per minute with minimal errors.
Develop muscle memory for efficient touch-typing without looking at the keyboard.Master Keyboarding Fundamentals
Understand proper finger placement and ergonomic practices.
Become proficient with the home row and all keyboard keys.
Other Details
Supply List
Technical Requirements: A reliable laptop or desktop computer with a stable internet connection Recommended web browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge Headphones or speakers for listening to instructional videos and interactive content
External Resources
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Joined November, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Arkansas Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from Arkansas State University
Master's Degree in Education from Arkansas State University
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Arkansas State University
Apples2Zippers Learning Academy teachers are licensed and certified instructors with over 30 years of combined experience in the classroom. 🔗 https://outschool.com/teachers/apples2zippers?usid=22phBPHs&signup=true&authTrigger=follow_teacher&utm_campaign=share_leader_link
🍎 Mrs. Adamson - Hello, my name is Mrs. Adamson, I am the owner and founder of Apples2Zippers Learning Academy organization on Outschool. I have been teaching for 20 years. I am a state certified and licensed teacher PreK - 12th grade. I am licensed and certified educator in Business Technology & Business Education, Special Education Instructional Specialist, Family & Consumer Sciences, and a graduate of the Career and Technical Education Leadership Academy and ESL Instructor and certifications in TEFL/TESL/TESOL. I am also an entrepreneur, small business owner, travel agent, W!SE Financial Literacy Instructor, Serv-Safe Instructor, and I hold a Master's Degree in Education and a Bachelor's Degree in Radiology Health Management. I am an advocate of Career and Technical Education (CTE), life skill classes that are designed to provide students the knowledge and skills necessary for everyday living.
🍎Mrs. Lisa T. - Hello, my name is Mrs. Lisa and I'm an experienced educator with a diverse background. My areas of expertise and certification include Kindergarten through 6th grade teacher, 7th and 8th grade all four core areas, Gifted and Talented Teacher and Director of Education, Special Education Grades 4 through 12 specialist as well as building principal for PreK through 8th grade. During Covid shutdowns and quarantines I discovered that my students and I loved the online platform. I taught in a one to one school. Every student had a laptop as well as a school hotspot if their family asked for one. I chose not to do the minimum "office hours" as my school required. I felt this did not meet my students' needs. I ran an online classroom during regular school hours as well as recorded the class for those students who were unable to connect with us or needed to hear the lesson more than once. My experience as a principal resulted in greatly improved learning for all students. The gifted students improved as well as those with learning disabilities. I believe in high expectations for all. High expectations that are attainable.Reviews
Live Group Course
$16
weekly or $250 for 16 classes1x per week, 16 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
3-10 learners per class
