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Frequently Asked Questions (& Answers) |
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Are the registration and tuition refundable? |
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The registration
fee is non-refundable. The tuition is refundable until the first
day of instruction has begun. Once class has begun on the first day
there are no refunds. |
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Do you allow late enrollment? |
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We allow late enrollment until
the second day of instruction has begun. We would love the opportunity
to enroll your child after that; however, we feel your child would
not get the full benefit of what we are offering. |
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Why do you use laptop computers instead of desktops? |
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Laptop
sales have been growing at a greater rate than desktop sales and
is the dominate computer typed used by students in every level of
education. Our belief is to teach your child on the platform they
will be using the most throughout the rest of their life. |
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What does “computer keyboarding” mean – as
opposed to “typing”? |
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Typing is done on a typewriter with
the emphasis on the typed copy or output. Computer keyboarding is
done on a computer with emphasis on input. It will integrate some
of the basic commands that computers/laptops use as well as the proper
placement of fingers on the keyboard. The up/down arrows, OPENING
a document, CLOSING a document, SAVING a document and TITLING it
correctly so that it can be retrieved easily. Students learn standard
keys in both typewriting and keyboarding. |
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Will my child be able to type fast after completing the class? |
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Chances are no, your child will not be able to type fast after the
class; however, he/she will be able to type using the proper finger
placement. In the beginning, he/she may actually type slower than
they are accustomed to – even if they can type quickly using
the improper finger placements. They are, in essence, relearning
how to use the keyboard. With time and practice your child be able
to type with speed and accuracy. |
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What “qualifies” your instructors
to teach my child computer keyboarding? |
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Our instructors use the proper finger
placement and have for many years. A majority of our teachers
type at high speeds (Ms. Elizabeth types over 100 wpm / Ms. Lara
types over 80 wpm / etc.) and have been using computers for MANY
years. |
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Can elementary school students learn to keyboard? |
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Not only can
they learn to type, but those who do type improve their language
arts skills. The keyboard is the best way to work with the computer
and a class in keyboarding is essential. |
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What are the benefits of learning computer keyboarding? |
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It becomes
a life skill – to be used at home, school, work, and play regardless
of age and gender. This skill gives the child confidence to use the
computer with ease, helps the child complete homework assignments
more efficiently and in less time. |
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When should my child learn computer keyboarding? |
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When a child
begins using the keyboard. Without training, most children will develop
bad keyboard habits if they use a computer frequently. All students
must use correct keyboarding techniques from the time that they start
using the keyboard. Proper technique will become natural as they
apply these principles each time they keyboard (type). |
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