| Criteria | Exemplary | Proficient | Developing | Beginning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key Recognition | Finds all letter and number keys quickly without looking at hands. | Finds most letter keys with occasional searching. | Can find some common letters but searches frequently. | Cannot locate letter keys on the keyboard. |
| Finger Placement | Uses correct home row position and begins reaching for nearby keys properly. | Finds home row and uses some correct fingering. | Attempts home row but frequently uses hunt-and-peck. | Uses only one or two fingers; no home row awareness. |
| Accuracy | Types assigned words and sentences with very few errors. | Types most words correctly with some errors. | Makes frequent errors; needs to correct often. | Cannot type recognizable words. |
| Computer Comfort | Uses mouse and keyboard confidently; navigates programs independently. | Can use mouse and keyboard with some assistance. | Needs frequent help with mouse or keyboard. | Is uncomfortable or unwilling to use the computer. |
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