Learning the touch system is fundamental to mastering the ten-key keyboard entry devices in electronic data processing systems. Daily paced drills for speed and accuracy on the ten-key keyboard are recommended and some specific pacing strategies for the teacher to use are presented. (MF)

Integrated data processing in offices was studied to determine implications for the development of office occupations curriculums in public secondary schools and post-high school institutions offering less than baccalaureate degrees. Interviews were held with representatives of 285 businesses, teachers in 176 public high and post-high schools in…

This V-TECS (Vocational-Technical Consortium of States) Guide is an extension or continuation of the V-TECS catalog for the occupation of computer operator. The guide is designed to help South Carolina teachers to promote the art of learning while teaching subject matter. The guide addresses the three domains of learning: psychomotor, cognitive,…

A model for assessing specific competences acquired in work situations, and for relating these skills to occupationally oriented degree programs, is presented. The Work Assessment Model is designed to help a college specify the competences acquired, define the learning objectives of occupational and career programs, and translate the competences…