Strong touch typing skills create independence, speed, and confidence for blind and low vision students using screen readers, braille displays, or electronic braillers. Early instruction helps students build muscle memory, accuracy, and efficient keyboarding habits that support reading, writing, research, and future employment.
Students should:
- Learn correct finger placement
- Keep wrists relaxed and posture aligned
- Use all fingers consistently
- Focus on accuracy before speed
- Practice daily using structured lessons
Websites such as TypingClub.com can support additional practice, but direct instruction and proper technique remain critical for long-term success.
Mikaela’s Story
Mikaela moved to my district in 2nd grade when I was Miss Mehlenbacher. My students always enjoyed racing to spell my last name the fastest, and Mikaela always won.
We immediately began intensive technology instruction, including touch typing and keyboarding skills. The video above shows Mikaela typing on her laptop just five months later.
Many of the photos and videos on this website were taken between 2000–2010, so image quality may appear blurry due to older camera technology.
Why Touch Typing Matters
Strong touch typing skills lead to:
- Faster keyboarding
- Efficient screen reader use
- Improved writing speed
- Greater academic independence
- Better workplace readiness
Additional Lessons and Videos
Teach Touch Typing in Just 5 Hours | Blind & Low Vision Keyboarding Method
Blind 4‑Year‑Old and 2nd Grader Race Using Braille Writing Devices
Watch the Video of learning keyboarding in a week and speed within 2 months
Braille Instruction Starts at Age 3 – Early Blind Education Success Story
Blind Student Keyboarding FAST – 10th Grade Research & Writing Independence
Blind 4‑Year‑Old and 2nd Grader Race Using Braille Writing Devices