{"id":909,"date":"2020-10-13T02:28:57","date_gmt":"2020-10-13T08:28:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.typing.com\/?p=909"},"modified":"2022-08-29T11:23:41","modified_gmt":"2022-08-29T17:23:41","slug":"3-simple-ways-examples-make-typing-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.typing.com\/3-simple-ways-examples-make-typing-fun\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Simple Ways (with Examples) to Make Typing Fun"},"content":{"rendered":"

Students used to learn typing in high school. Now, it\u2019s a requirement for learning much earlier. <\/span><\/i>So, how do you make typing fun enough to keep your students motivated? <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Set Aside Just 15 Minutes a Day for Typing<\/b><\/h2>\n

Reinforcement is your greatest tool. All you need to reinforce proper technique is <\/span>15 minutes a day<\/span><\/a>. This way, your students practice the techniques they are working on before losing interest.<\/span><\/p>\n

Make Typing Practice Interactive<\/b><\/h2>\n

Help children become interested in keyboarding by incorporating an interesting plot, compelling graphics, or the mere competitiveness of games.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While you can simply rely on touch typing tutorials and activities in a pinch, these may feel repetitive to some students for longer time periods or assignments. To avoid this, look for programs with immersive features that attract students into learning more about the art and science of typing so they can fully appreciate why this technology skill is worth mastering.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example, the themes used by typing curriculums like Typing.com revolve around the typical interests by age group, like space, princesses, or superheroes. Your students can choose and engage with a theme they identify with.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As far as assignments and work, involve your students in their own learning. Here are a few fun (and easy!) suggestions:<\/span><\/p>\n