[PARC] Learning Morse Code

[Richard Baker (VE3RKY)]

*Peterborough Amateur Radio Club*



*Learning Morse Code Basics*



   - The Morse code learning program will start with group sessions one day
      a week. The sessions will be Friday nights at 8pm for one hour.
      - Bob, VE3IEL will lead the group
      - We will be using the Koch method in these sessions.



o   *Introduction to the Koch Method:*

   - Morse code characters are sent at full speed from the beginning.
      - We will start with a reduced set of characters initially.
      - Gradual expansion of characters over time.
   - *Character Selection:*
      - Start with just seven* characters* (xyzjqhs).
      - These characters will be sent at *full speed* e.g., 15 words per
      minute, wpm, “words” (groups of 5 characters) will be sent at 5wpm
   - *Learning Process:*
      - Students will listen to the characters in *5-letter groups* for *3
      minutes*.
      - The goal is to *copy* (write down or type) the characters
      accurately.
      - Once *90% accuracy* is achieved, students can move to the next
      lesson.
   - *Progression:*
      - Each week, *more characters will be added* to each lesson.
      - Maintain the same overall speed (e.g., 5 wpm) while expanding the
      character set.
   - *Daily Practice:*
      - Students should practice daily for *45 minutes per session*.
      - Scramble the characters to ensure varied practice.
      - Starting with the *least often used characters* provides more
      focused practice.





Please let me know if you would like to attend.

The first session will be June 14, 2024 at 8pm via google meets.
A meeting invite will be sent to those who respond.



Rick
VE3RKY
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