Part of that is correct, but the old military methods of teaching
Morse Code has been proven slow, such as starting out slow.

I been there, done that, but the newer method of starting out at
a minimum of 20 WPM was proven better & faster.

I agree, too long at any session of learning is not good. I have
taught many subjects over my 78 years in several professions.
Learning and teaching is one thing I have seen wonderful progress,
even since I retired. Actual experience counts if you learn from it.
Having fun in classes/learning has proven to help, also.

I remember teaching Morse to AIRCOM/AIRWAYS operators in
the 60s. Plan text & code groups. I knew when ops were learning
when I slipped in a joke. Those that laughed moved up a step.

73, Joe, K8JP/K5

On 2/5/2022 2:15 PM, Richard Knoppow wrote:

   Thank you for the definite information. I had read the recommendation not to practice much longer than 15 minutes at a time and my personal experience is that fatigue sets in after that.

On 2/5/2022 11:48 AM, D.J.J. Ring, Jr. wrote:

-Based on the American research of training CW ops in the military, at least 5 days a week of practice is needed.

-And, at least two sessions of practice, usually one in the AM and another in the PM.

-Length of time should be at least 15-20 minutes. Some say to practice til you get tired.

The American research showed that prolonged practice (like an hour or more at a time) did not help with learning.

-Reward yourself for practice. And record your efforts, time and date, as this will reinforce you and let you see your progress.

-Go to for further info and the neuroscience implications:

https://groups.io/g/LongIslandCWClub/files/INTERMEDIATE%20CLASS%20BOB%20K4RLC <https://groups.io/g/LongIslandCWClub/files/INTERMEDIATE%20CLASS%20BOB%20K4RLC>

73

DR

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