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    optimum way to learn a new layout?

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    27-Jan-2010 16:22:20#1 optimum way to learn a new layout?

    What are your opinions regarding:

    * number of times to practice per day
    * length of time per practice session
    * length of time to struggle before looking at the layout chart/diagram
    * what sort of practicing works best: software, typing speed tests, just typing various words *n* times, etc.
    * if tutorials are recommended, which ones?

    I've never used any sort of typing tutor software. When I learned qwerty (and later dvorak) I just sat down with a paper key chart and typed different words maybe 10 times each until it felt like I could do it alright, then moved on to the next word. I suppose this worked ok. I've never cared about being a speed demon, but have pretty much topped out at 65 wmp dvorak.

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    29-Jan-2010 12:30:19#2 Re: optimum way to learn a new layout?

    I don't know. I just wanted to chime in and say that I like TyperShark.  :)  I don't do much proper exercises anymore, but this lighthearted typing game has had great mileage. Some games like that have problems with alternative layouts, but TyperShark hasn't had any issues (unless you count the typing lessons being QWERTY-centric).

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    29-Jan-2010 15:19:21#3 Re: optimum way to learn a new layout?

    I've never tried a typing game per se, so maybe will give it a whirl this time. Thanks.

    Also finding good info in the previous posts on this forum.

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    29-Jan-2010 21:17:59#4 Re: optimum way to learn a new layout?

    Yeah, I was addicted to TyperShark for a while.  Don't play the games much anymore since I type fine for me in Colemak.

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