Kristinn: First of all, I would agree with the comments from the others who have responded to this message. Specifically, daily practice, in short sessions, is best.
I'm am a fairly new ham, having been licensed since 2005. Just as I was starting to learn CW, I was directed to information on the Koch method and comments by Dave Finley, N1IRZ: http://www.qsl.net/n1irz/finley.morse.html At the time, there was still a 5 wpm code requirement for the General license class. However, I knew I wanted to develop a skill and not just pass an exam. So, I started practicing at a full 15 wpm. The Koch method focuses on instant recognition. While it may not be the fastest method, I feel it has worked well for me. There are also several computer programs based on the Koch method. One is from G4FON at www.g4fon.net. Jed AD7KG On Fri, May 8, 2009 at 11:38 AM, TF3KX <[email protected]> wrote: > > Hi - I know this is very remotely related to Elecraft, but good advice is > never in short supply in this group... > > Here in Iceland the requirement for knowledge of CW is no longer required > for amateur HF licenses - a trend that we see in most countries nowadays. > > Still, I am interested in establishing CW courses for those new amateurs > who > may want to learn CW, and I am seeking advice from those of you who have > experience. For example... > > - General suggestions for methods (Koch, etc.) > - Software and other tools for class teaching and individual practice > between classes > - Teaching methodologies and approaches (frequency of classes, length, > character groups,...) > - Other activities to support and encourage (kit building, on-air > sessions,..) > > 73 - Kristinn, TF3KX > > -- > View this message in context: > http://n2.nabble.com/Suggested-techniques-for-teaching-CW--tp2846635p2846635.html > Sent from the [OT] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. > > ______________________________________________________________ > Elecraft mailing list > Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft > Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm > Post: mailto:[email protected] > > This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net > Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html > ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected] This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
