Why typing matters in Grade 7 to 9
Under the competency-based curriculum, learners are expected to use digital devices to research, write and present work. Typing is the skill underneath all of it. A learner typing 10 WPM with two fingers spends most of a computer lesson finding keys; one typing 25 WPM by touch gets the actual task done.
Learning now also sets up senior school, college and work, where typed assignments and job typing tests are normal.
Realistic goals by grade
| Grade | Speed goal | Accuracy goal |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 10 to 20 WPM | 90% |
| Grade 8 | 15 to 25 WPM | 92% |
| Grade 9 | 20 to 30 WPM | 94% |
These are guides, not exam standards. Good habits (eyes on the screen, all ten fingers) matter more than speed at this age.
For learners
- Start the Grade 7 to 9 course. If you already type well, the placement test lets you skip ahead.
- Do one lesson a day, about 10 minutes.
- Use the typing games when you want a break from lessons.
- Take a timed test on Fridays and watch your speed climb.
For parents
You don't need special software or a computer lab at home. Any laptop or desktop with a keyboard and a web browser works, and lessons can be downloaded for offline practice when data is limited. Ten minutes a day, a few days a week, is enough to see steady progress over a term.
For teachers
Create a class, share the class code and learners join with a username and PIN, so they don't need email addresses. You can set assignments, see each learner's progress and get report comments. Read Typing software for school computer labs for a full lab setup, or go to Teach to create a class.