Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing is a computer software program that teaches proper typing techniques. Mavis Beacon is the name of the "teacher" in the series. However, Mavis Beacon is not actually a real person—she is "the Betty Crocker of cyberspace." Renee Lesperance is the model whose photo serves as the face of Mavis Beacon.Seattle Times: Supertypist Mavis Beacon Is A Creation Of Marketing
Mavis Beacon software can be purchased online and found on the official Broderbund website. The latest Mavis Beacon software, Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing 17 Deluxe version, may also be available as a free trial download on CNet. The software helps those who want to learn to type more quickly and efficiently reach their goals by helping them hone their technique by finishing special lessons or playing games to make typing skill improvements.
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Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing is a typing tutorial software program that offers a free online download. The download is only a trial offer, however. After three full lessons you have the option to purchase the program for $39.99. Hundreds of practice lessons and games are available to help you learn to improve your typing speed and your accuracy.http://download.cnet.com/Mavis-Beacon-Teaches-Typing-17-Deluxe/3000-2051_4-10441764.html
Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing
This video is essentially a walkthrough demonstration of Mavis Beacon typing software made by a South Carolina librarian. The clip shows you how you'll register on the site, how to set your typing level (start low) and how to practice your keyboarding using Mavis Beacon. You can take typing lessons or play games to practice your typing skills. Start slowly and don't get frustrated if you can't master everything right away.
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