Objective
By the end of this lesson, Wesley will be able to increase his typing speed, practice typing words, sentences, numbers, and punctuation marks effectively.
Materials and Prep
Materials needed: Computer with typing software, keyboard, desk, and chair.
Prep: Ensure the computer and software are set up and working properly before starting the lesson.
Activities
- Typing Speed Challenge: Set a timer and challenge Wesley to type as many words as he can in one minute. Encourage him to focus on accuracy as well as speed.
- Word Typing Practice: Provide Wesley with a list of words of varying lengths to type out. Start with simple words and gradually increase the difficulty.
- Sentence Building: Ask Wesley to type out complete sentences. You can provide him with interesting sentences or let him come up with his own.
- Number and Punctuation Typing: Have Wesley practice typing out numbers and using punctuation marks correctly. Make it fun by creating simple math problems for him to type out the solutions.
Talking Points
- Practice Makes Perfect: "The more you practice typing, the faster and more accurate you will become."
- Use All Fingers: "Try to use all your fingers when typing to improve your speed."
- Focus on Accuracy: "It's important to type accurately, not just quickly. Take your time to type each letter correctly."
- Have Fun: "Typing can be a fun skill to learn. Enjoy the process and challenge yourself to improve."