FreeTypingGames.net

W/ lots of schools starting school next week, I decided to do a post on Keyboarding which is a popular subject in the computer lab in the first few weeks of school.  FreeTypingGames.net is a nice site for educators looking for some practice time on working on the different aspects of typing such as "home row".  Also, this is a nice set to choose your lesson and customize your WPM or Time.  Finally, there are two timed tests that students can take for typing as well as lots of different free games to choose from.

I highly recommend checking out FreeTypingGames.net by clicking here.

For my Pinterest board on Keyboarding/Typing click here.

iColorType

iColorType is a new iPad app ideal for students learning how to touch type or keyboarding.  iColor uses a fun color coded keyboard to teach people how to type through muscle memory and hand eye coordination to reinforce the look-and-learn method.  Also, this app will track a user's speed and accuracy through a series of timed speed tests and learning modules.

I highly recommend checking out iColorType by clicking here!!!

For my Pinterest board on Typing/Keyboarding click here.

TypeKids

TypeKids is an excellent site for educators introducing Typing/Keyboarding to students.  This is a fantastic way for students to learn how to type in a fun and safe environment.  There are 30 online lessons for students to complete and as they progress through the program they unlock educational games to reinforce their learning.

Below is a brief demo...



I highly recommend checking out TypeKids by clicking here!!!

Digital Raiders

Digital Raiders is a company that has a variety of online, Google Play, and iOS games that are ideal for education.  Two of those being Math Apocalypse and Space Words Defense.

Math Apocalypse - is a nice game where a person tries to answer the math questions before the aliens reach your base.

Space Words Defense - is a fun typing game where you can select your level and try to type in words to stop aliens before they hit the bottom of the screen (think Missle Command or Space Invaders).