Welcome to Period 2
of IT 9 /10

It is expected that students will :

• This section of the course emphasizes acquiring touch-typing skills using a computer. Its goals include mastery of proper technique involving correct fingering, body posture, and overall knowledge of key functions. It includes :

• Adjust chair and work station/equipment to meet ergonomic requirements.
• Demonstrate appropriate posture.
• Use rest/exercise periods appropriately.
• Operate keyboard using typing techniques with designated accuracy.

1. Dilbert "Strip of the Day"

2. Keyboarding Stretch of the Day

3. Keyboarding - Do 15 minutes of keyboarding in All The Right Type, I will be checking your progress on a daily basis.

4. Review your notes on "Introduction to Keyboarding" and tell me when you are ready for the quiz, I will need to type in your password!

5. Watch the slide show and take notes on the first 12 slides of : "What is Information Technology?" I will check your notes and there will be a small quiz on it at the beginning of period 4.

6. Continue Ergonomics Research and Pamphlet creation :

   • Ergonomics and Desktop Fitness Assignments

   • The Marking Criteria

   • This project is due at the end of Period 4!! Don't waste time, ask for help if you need it!