Familiarity with basic functions (File/New File/Open, File/Save, Edit/Copy, Edit/Paste) does not translate into mastery of complex business tasks. However, “Adequate computer skills are important determinants of computer usage, career advancement, academic endeavors, and leisure activities.”

The Comma Project teaches a new way, the Comma Method, for computer training based on Observation, Orientation and Navigation. Observation stresses the subtle differences available with Actions (left mouse clicks) and Options (right mouse clicks.) Orientation helps students get started in the right place. Notation uses the combinations of Actions and Options to form "sentences" for complex tasks.

Recognizing the patterns and placement of the actions and options builds knowledge quickly. The Comma Method offers rapid acquisition of technology to:

• Help you get a better job

• Integrate technology training in the classroom

• Expand your use and enjoyment of computers