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This 4-session lesson plan teaches 5th-8th grade students proper computer keyboarding technique. Over the sessions students learn to identify keys, use proper form, and type sentences and paragraphs. They practice without looking at the keyboard. Form is continually reinforced and students are assessed on speed, accuracy, and technique using a rubric-based assessment sheet to track their progress. Modifications are suggested for students with special needs.

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Lesson Plan Keyboarding

This 4-session lesson plan teaches 5th-8th grade students proper computer keyboarding technique. Over the sessions students learn to identify keys, use proper form, and type sentences and paragraphs. They practice without looking at the keyboard. Form is continually reinforced and students are assessed on speed, accuracy, and technique using a rubric-based assessment sheet to track their progress. Modifications are suggested for students with special needs.

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Title: Proper Computer Keyboarding

Grade Level: 5th-8th

Duration: 3-4 Sessions

Objectives:

1. Students will be able to identify the different keys on a computer keyboard.

2. Students will be able to place their fingers on the home keys and type simple sentences using correct
posture.

3. Students will be able to demonstrate proper keyboarding technique when typing a short paragraph.

Materials:

1. Computer with keyboard

2. Keyboarding software or word processing program

3. Keyboarding handout

4. Assessment sheets

Procedures:

Session 1:

1. Introduce the lesson by discussing the importance of proper keyboarding and the benefits of
increasing typing speed and accuracy.

2. Present the keyboarding handout and review the different keys on the keyboard.

3. Have the students practice identifying and labeling the keys on a printed keyboard diagram.

4. Discuss the importance of correct posture and finger placement when typing.
5. Demonstrate the proper method for placing fingers on the home keys: Left-hand fingers A, S, D, F;
right-hand fingers J, K, L, ;.

6. Have students practice placing their fingers on the home keys and typing simple sentences.

Session 2:

1. Review proper posture and home key placement.

2. Demonstrate how to use the Shift key for capital letters and how to use the Enter key for starting a
new line.

3. Have students practice typing simple sentences using capitalization and new lines.

4. Introduce the concept of touch typing and the importance of not looking at the keyboard when
typing.

5. Have students practice typing without looking at the keyboard.

Session 3:

1. Continue practicing proper posture and home key placement.

2. Have students type a short paragraph using correct technique.

3. Discuss the importance of proofreading and editing work for errors.

4. Assess students’ progress using an assessment sheet that evaluates speed, accuracy, and technique.

5. Conclude lesson by encouraging students to continue practicing keyboarding skills to improve speed
and accuracy.

Session 4 (Optional):

1. Offer students extra time to practice keyboarding skills.

2. Provide typing games or activities to encourage speed and accuracy practice.

3. Allow students to take typing tests and set personal goals.

Assessment:
Students will be assessed on their typing speed, accuracy, and technique using an assessment sheet that
will evaluate their progress from session 1 to 3. The assessment sheet will include a rubric for grading.

Possible modifications:

1. Provide enlarged keyboard diagrams or Braille keyboards for students with visual impairments.

2. Offer additional time and support for students with learning disabilities.

3. ELL students may need extra support with vocabulary and terminology.

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