Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing!

Immerse yourself in the world of touch typing with the classic educational software, "Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing!" Now available to play online, this program is designed to help you master the art of typing without having to look at the keys, using a hands-on, interactive approach.

As you start your typing journey, Mavis Beacon, your virtual teacher, will guide you through the lessons. These lessons are presented on a digital chalkboard, where you'll be prompted to type specific words using the correct set of keys and fingers. The program emphasizes proper finger placement and typing technique right from the start.

Your typing adventure begins with the basics, such as the "ASDF" keys on a standard QWERTY keyboard layout. However, for those who prefer or want to learn a different layout, the Dvorak keyboard is also supported and can be selected before you begin playing.

One of the engaging features of Mavis Beacon's program is the Arcade Racing game. This game challenges you to type scrolling text accurately and quickly to win a race against virtual drivers of varying skill levels. As you progress, both the difficulty of the races and the typing speed required will increase, pushing you to improve your typing skills.

To track your improvement, the software includes Progress Graphing, which displays over 20 different graphs detailing various parameters of your typing development. This feature allows you to analyze your performance and even tailor your own custom lessons to focus on areas where you need improvement.

The gameplay settings are versatile and customizable, ensuring that the learning experience is tailored to your personal needs. You can rely on helpful tips, comments from Mavis herself, and a comprehensive help function to understand the game mechanics and learn effectively. Plus, your progress is saved, so you can pick up where you left off in each session.

Get ready to enhance your typing skills with "Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing!" Whether you're a beginner looking to learn or an experienced typist aiming to refine your technique, this program offers an educational and entertaining platform for developing essential keyboarding skills.