This is one of the most overlooked keys in the keyboard, but it’s importance for the learners especially is far greater. Incorporating one of the most fundamental skills in typing, which is precision.

For elementary students this is an essential skill to learn in typing. The Z key is typed using the left pinky finger. The / (slash) key is typed using the right pinky finger. Amazing as they are just opposites,making it easy for a beginner to understand. These keys are less frequently used as such this lesson introduces the children to the less frequently used keys making them aware of them and also reinforcing finger independence.

This lessons improves the learners confidence as they become more efficient typists. The Z/ typing lesson is a good way for elementary students and beginners to refine their keyboard skills. There are various aids that can help to learn this lesson. You can get these lessons online by searching basic computer lessons for elementary students,as well as online typing lessons for free.

In this first paced world ,things have gotten easier as well for learning, now students can access animated basic lessons on the Z/ keys.

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