Type the Word Christian schools replace generic typing lessons with Scripture-based practice helping their students become confident typists with deep knowledge of the Bible.
Help your students break the hunting-and-pecking habit
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Hello Reader! Type the Word’s typing curriculum just got a sweet upgrade that I'm excited to share! As I’ve been chatting with y’all these past few weeks at conferences, I’ve realized the question isn’t always “How do I teach my students to type?” Often, it’s “How do I help them unlearn the hunting and pecking they’ve picked up on an iPad?” Students may know where the letters are without knowing how to move their hands around a keyboard. They need more than a passage to practice—they need someone to show them what to do. That’s why Type the Word now includes an animated hand guide. As students type, the guide shows them which finger to use and how their hands should move to reach each key. It’s available throughout the student experience, including lessons, assignments, and speed assessments. Once students feel comfortable with the keyboard, they can toggle it off and practice without the extra help. My hope is that this makes it easier for you to help students build good typing habits while they’re learning who God is and how much he loves them through Scripture. See the Learning Program in actionI’ve also put together a new video answering why I chose the Scriptures I did, how the lessons help students progress, and walking you through how to get started with your class. If your class is still hunting and pecking, I’d love for you to try the hand guide and let me know how it goes. And if you know of any other teachers that might benefit from this demo, please share it with them! In Christ,
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Type the Word Christian schools replace generic typing lessons with Scripture-based practice helping their students become confident typists with deep knowledge of the Bible.
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