[nobe-l] Another new member introduction

[Heather Field]

Hello Denise,
Welcome! This is a great place to ask questions. I use the following 
technique to check that the students have their fingers on the correct keys 
when typing. I stand behind them and reach my arms over the shoulders and 
place my hands lightly on theirs. We play a game where I try to be as light 
as a feather while they type. I usually do this in the beginning to reassure 
myself that they can follow the directions and use correct fingering. I then 
use it at the beginning of each lesson to ensure the correct orientation 
and, gradually, depending on the age and competence of the student, reduce 
the use of this technique once I'm satisfied that they are consistently 
using correct fingering. I hope this is helpful.
Very warmest regards,
Heather Field

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Sent: Saturday, January 18, 2014 6:45 PM
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Subject: [nobe-l] Another new member introduction

Hi!  My name is Denise Millette and I am from Georgia.  I am in my
last semester of my Master's program to become a TVI.  I am doing my
practicum and would like to get some advice and ideas from those who
have experience in the field.  I have a couple of students learning
keyboarding skills.  They have a program that helps teach a couple of
letters/keys at a time but what techniques have any of you used to
make sure they are utilizing the correct finger positioning?
Any advice on good OCR software for paperwork?
I am also interested in any other good resources for visually impaired
teachers specifically those working with students with visual
impairments.
Thanks in advance!
Denise

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