Course Details
Keyboarding (Grade 6-8)
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Course Information
- Subject Area
- Business and Marketing
- State Course Code
- 12005
- Length
- One Semester
- Total Hours
- 135
Keyboarding courses introduce students to the fundamentals of typing, including letters, numbers, symbols, and proper keyboard operation. Students learn correct finger placement and keystroke technique while developing speed and accuracy through guided practice. As skills progress, students apply keyboarding abilities to create increasingly complex documents. These courses build proficiency in typing, strengthen document production skills, and support the development of problem-solving and workplace readiness skills.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to:
Keyboarding & Productivity
- demonstrate proper touch typing technique using correct finger placement and posture;
- increase typing speed and accuracy through regular practice using SimpleType;
- apply efficient keyboarding skills to complete academic and workplace tasks.
Ergonomics & Digital Wellness
- explain and demonstrate proper ergonomic setup for safe computer use;
- practice healthy habits that reduce strain and promote long-term digital wellness.
Computer Systems & Maintenance
- identify major computer hardware components and describe their functions;
- explain how computer memory works and how it affects performance;
- demonstrate basic computer maintenance practices to keep devices running efficiently.
Internet & Digital Literacy
- describe the history and development of the internet and its impact on society;
- use effective search strategies to locate information online;
- evaluate websites for reliability, credibility, and accuracy.
Word Processing & Presentations
- create and format basic documents using Microsoft Word;
- apply editing tools such as fonts, spacing, alignment, and simple layouts to improve document quality;
- design and deliver basic presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint with clear organization and visuals.
Workplace & Career Readiness
- demonstrate foundational workplace skills such as organization, digital communication, and task completion;
- apply technology skills to real-world scenarios that support future academic and career success.
Choose Curriculum
Keyboarding
Using a special in-house typing software, SimpleType, you will gain typing speed while learning the proper technique to become a keyboarding master. You will learn introductory word processing and electronic presentation skills as well as learn about computer hardware, the internet, and business application skills to prepare for your future career. This course provides middle school elective credit.
Online
Items
| Name | Kind | ISBN | Returnable | Shared |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middle School Business Keyboarding | Online Class | No | No |