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Essential Questions:

0 Why is proper typing technique important? 0 What keyboarding techniques should be used when typing on a computer keyboard?

Ergonomics
0 Ergonomics the study of how a persons work

environment and tools affect the person

Ergonomists design workspaces and tools that help people

do their jobs and use their tools comfortably and safely


Examples:

Ergonomic keyboard and mouse

Ergonomic desk chair

Keyboarding Posture and Technique


0 Posture the way a typist: sits while at the computer the way the typists arms, wrists, fingers, legs, and feet are placed
0 Technique the form and keying style that a typist uses

when operating the keyboard 0 Technique refers to:

where the typist positions his/her fingers on the

keyboard the way the workstation is arranged


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Proper Posture and Technique


0 Sit up straight 0 Feet flat on the floor 0 Body centered in front of the computer 0 Elbows naturally by your side 0 Fingers curved 0 Wrists low, but not touching the keyboard
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Proper Posture and Technique


0 Make quick, snappy strokes on the keys 0 Right pinky used for the Enter key; other fingers remain on the home row 0 Use the appropriate pinky for each Shift key 0 Keep your eyes on the copy (what you are typing from), not the keyboard or your fingers
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Effects of Poor Typing Technique


0 Fatigue 0 Stiff or aching shoulders, back, or neck 0 Numbness or pain in wrists, elbows, or fingers, which

can lead to injuries (Repetitive Stress Injuries)


Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Trigger Finger

Your Workstation
0 Workstation the arrangement of the monitor, keyboard, mouse, copy, and other materials on the desk

Workstation Arrangement
0 Keyboard directly in front of your chair 0 Keyboard even with the edge of the table/desk

0 Tilt the monitor for easy viewing


0 Place the copy to the right of the keyboard 0 Elevate your feet if they do not touch the floor
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Remember To
0 Take frequent breaks
Rest your eyes
Stand and stretch or

0 Use keyboard shortcuts whenever possible to

walk around

avoid constant use of the mouse


Ctrl+N = New document Ctrl+S = Save Ctrl+B = Bold Ctrl+U = Underline Ctrl+X = Cut Ctrl+C = Copy Ctrl+V = Paste Ctrl=A = Select All Text
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