When Ashley first starts typing, she uses the "hunt and peck" method and finds typing very effortful. Now, after taking a typing class, she feels like her papers practically type themselves, once she figures out what she wants to say. This change in her typing reflects a shift from __________.

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The "hunt and peck" method requires conscious thought and effort to locate and press each key. This is an example of controlled thinking. After taking a typing class, Ashley has likely developed automaticity in typing, allowing her to type without consciously thinking about each key she needs to press. This shift from controlled to automatic thinking is reflected in her improved typing ability.

When Ashley First Starts Typing, She Uses the "Hunt and Peck