[Elecraft] [OT] Suggested techniques for teaching CW?

[Don Wilhelm]

Kristen,

Take a serious look at the K7QO Code Course.  Chuck is a master at high
speed CW, and his code course can be downloaded from
http://www.k7qo.net/ - these are .iso images that can be used to make
CDs for everyone in the class.

The code is learned by sound - no other method should be used,
especially no visual aids.
Students must practice each day for a short session.
Chuck's method is to "burn the sound into the brain" until it is
recognized just like another language.

The method is good for beginners and also for those who know CW to break
old habits and increase speed.

Now, if I could just get started on it again and stick with it every
day, my CW would improve.  It takes determination and the willingness to
'stick it out'.

73,
Don W3FPR

TF3KX 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
>   
>