The timed writing is used for measuring your speed and accuracy.  Consider the timed writing as an accuracy test, rather than a speed test.  Retype a timed writing as often as desired to obtain your best speed and accuracy.

   
Preparing yourself
Sit up straight — YOUR back against back of chair.  Both feet flat on the floor
Ignore anyone and anything around you while typing — no talking
Place your full concentration on the text that appears on the screen
Keep eyes on the screen as you type — not on the keys nor the textbox

  
Starting the timed writing
Left-click on the Click to Begin button
Left-click on OK in the window reminding you to "left-click in TEXT box to begin"
Left-click into the textbox and begin typing immediately — the timer has begun
Do not press ENTER at the end of each line — text will wrap-around as you type

  
Proofreading the timed writing
A STOP window will appear once time has expired — click OK — sometimes twice
Click RESULTS button at bottom — the Results window will appear in left corner
Proofread your typing for errors.  When finished, raise your hand quietly.
Your teacher will proofread with you and record your progress on Progress Chart.