Typing Instructor is a popular, self-paced typing
program that teaches keyboarding skills through an engaging travel adventure
theme. Students begin at a travel port and “journey” around the world, earning
passport stamps as they complete lessons, games, and typing tests. Colorful
photos of world destinations appear throughout, making practice feel like an
exciting trip rather than a chore.
Designed for ages 8 and up, the program combines structured
lessons with fun, motivating activities to help students improve speed,
accuracy, and confidence at the keyboard.
Key Features of the Program
Progressive
lessons that teach proper finger placement, posture, and typing technique
Practice
Center with hundreds of real-world typing exercises from books, articles,
and short stories
Arcade
featuring 12 fun typing video games
Dictation
exercises and customizable practice options
Detailed
feedback on words per minute (WPM), accuracy, and progress tracking
Helpful
tools including a “How to Type” reference guide and a short history of
typing
Printable
achievement certificates to celebrate milestones
Lessons and activities are available in English or Spanish.
The program provides immediate feedback and allows students to work
independently at their own pace.
Important Details
Internet
connection required for initial registration and activation only (not
needed for daily use).
Available
for Windows (PC) or Mac, or as a dual-platform set that includes both
versions.
Software
comes in a plain paper sleeve with basic installation instructions.
Typing Instructor is a great choice for homeschool
families who want a motivating, game-enhanced typing program that goes beyond
basic drills and keeps students engaged through a fun travel theme.
Browse all Typing Instructor options below, including
single-platform and dual Mac/PC sets.
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
