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What characterizes psychomotor skills?
What characterizes psychomotor skills?
- They are primarily muscular processes. (correct)
- They are only relevant to athletic activities.
- They require only mental concentration.
- They involve no repetition or practice.
What is an example of a psychomotor skill?
What is an example of a psychomotor skill?
- Solving math problems.
- Listening to music.
- Reading a novel.
- Typing on a keyboard. (correct)
Which statement best describes the process of learning psychomotor skills?
Which statement best describes the process of learning psychomotor skills?
- They are learned faster through observation only.
- Initial focus is required, but eventually the brain takes over. (correct)
- The skills are acquired through theory alone.
- No physical involvement is necessary in the learning process.
Why is attention important in learning keyboarding skills?
Why is attention important in learning keyboarding skills?
Which of the following can stimulate student interest in enhancing their keyboarding skills?
Which of the following can stimulate student interest in enhancing their keyboarding skills?
What is a benefit of improved words per minute (wpm) scores?
What is a benefit of improved words per minute (wpm) scores?
What learning strategy is recommended for psychomotor skill development?
What learning strategy is recommended for psychomotor skill development?
How important is evaluation feedback in learning psychomotor skills?
How important is evaluation feedback in learning psychomotor skills?
What is the recommended distance from the keyboard when sitting to maintain comfort?
What is the recommended distance from the keyboard when sitting to maintain comfort?
Which of the following positions is crucial for proper arm and hand placement while keyboarding?
Which of the following positions is crucial for proper arm and hand placement while keyboarding?
Which key should the appropriate finger of the left hand rest on while keyboarding?
Which key should the appropriate finger of the left hand rest on while keyboarding?
How should keystrokes be executed in touch keyboarding for best technique?
How should keystrokes be executed in touch keyboarding for best technique?
What should be the position of the wrists during keyboarding?
What should be the position of the wrists during keyboarding?
Which finger should be used to press the space bar?
Which finger should be used to press the space bar?
Which option describes how shifting should be performed while typing?
Which option describes how shifting should be performed while typing?
What is a key practice for maintaining focus while keyboarding?
What is a key practice for maintaining focus while keyboarding?
What is the correct posture while keyboarding?
What is the correct posture while keyboarding?
Which of the following describes the correct arm and hand position for keyboarding?
Which of the following describes the correct arm and hand position for keyboarding?
What is an important aspect of the fingers' position while keyboarding?
What is an important aspect of the fingers' position while keyboarding?
What motion should be used for proper keystroking technique?
What motion should be used for proper keystroking technique?
What is the best position for one's feet during keyboarding?
What is the best position for one's feet during keyboarding?
What describes the position of the wrists while typing?
What describes the position of the wrists while typing?
Which of the following is NOT part of proper keyboarding technique?
Which of the following is NOT part of proper keyboarding technique?
Which of the following indicates a lapse in proper body posture during keyboarding?
Which of the following indicates a lapse in proper body posture during keyboarding?
Which best describes the state of hands and wrists while keyboarding?
Which best describes the state of hands and wrists while keyboarding?
What should be avoided in proper keystroking technique?
What should be avoided in proper keystroking technique?
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Study Notes
Keyboarding Technique
- Proper keyboarding technique includes correct posture, arm and hand position and proper keystroking.
Posture
- Sit relaxed with a straight spine leaning slightly forward from the waist.
- Center your body in front of the keyboard, so that your body is directly in front of the "J" key.
- Maintain a comfortable distance from the keyboard, approximately a hand-span.
- Place your feet flat on the floor, slightly apart, for balance.
Arm and Hand Position
- Keep your arms relaxed with your elbows naturally close to the body.
- Your forearms should be almost parallel with the slope of the keyboard.
- Ensure fingers are curved with tips of fingers resting lightly on the keys.
- Keep hands and wrists “quiet” and almost motionless.
- Maintain low wrists, with the palms of hands not resting on the keyboard.
Keystroking Technique
- Use the tips of your fingers to operate the assigned keys.
- Use a circular, pecking motion (down and inward) when pressing keys.
Rating Keyboarding Technique
- Body posture, arm and hand position and keystroking technique should be observed and monitored constantly.
- The importance of good technique should be continuously emphasized with students to encourage proper habits.
The Importance of Good Technique
- Proper technique forms the foundation for successful touch keyboarding.
Typing is a Psychomotor Skill
- Psychomotor skills are those that are learned through repetition and eventually become automatic.
- Examples include tying shoelaces and riding a bike.
- Initially conscious effort is required, but eventually the brain takes over.
Psychomotor Skill Learning
- Psychomotor skills involve primarily muscular or glandular processes.
- Examples include typing and other motion-derived skills.
- Steps for Learning Psychomotor Skills
- Deploy attention: students focus on the learning task.
- State purpose: clearly explain the objective.
- Stimulate interest: connect the task to relevant benefits.
- Provide overview: outline the learning process.
- Stimulate recall: remind students of prior knowledge.
- Present information: provide relevant information and instructions.
- Attention: guide students through learning activities.
- Learning strategy: offer visualization techniques and tips.
- Practice: encourage students to practice the skill.
- Evaluate feedback: provide constructive feedback.
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