Summary:
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Sharp Decline in Typing Courses
Only 2.5% of high school graduates in 2019 took a keyboarding course, a dramatic drop from 44% in 2000. This indicates a significant decline in formal typing instruction. -
Assumptions vs. Reality
While Gen Z is adept with technology, their typing skills have not kept pace. Many educators are now introducing typing instruction and competitions to address this gap. -
Mobile Device Impact
The rise of mobile devices is contributing to this decline. Nearly 39% of student assignments are now submitted via mobile devices, whereas teachers predominantly use computers for their work.
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