Theory
Theory is the code or language that we use to write on the machine. (We call it writing instead of typing.) Theory is the foundation of your work as a court reporter which makes choosing and learning theory an integral first step in your court reporting journey.
At CareerLuv we teach Magnum Steno a theory created by World Record holder Mark Kislingbury. This is a brief-focused theory, designed to get you writing faster and shorter more quickly than other theories.
Course Structure
Theory 1 : Ch 1 - 46
The first half of the course is self-paced. You will have access to hundreds of drills, dictations, live classes, recordings and guides as well as weekly check-ins to help you build a strong foundation of learning.
Theory 2 : Ch 47 - 94
The second half of the course will guide you through the briefs and phrases you will need to be an effective real-time reporter. When you are done with theory, you could already be writing at speeds up to 140wpm.
Magnum Steno Beginning Theory FAQ
For this course you will need:
- Steno machine
- Computer or laptop
- Magnum Steno theory book (Found at magnumsteno.com)
- Eclipse software ($100. After you sign up, you will receive more information about how to receive this special price)
We designed this course to be self-paced. It depends entirely on you and your schedule. Some people finish in 14 months, for others it takes 2 years.
You do not need any experience with stenography to begin this course.
Magnum Steno is one of many theories for real-time reporters. Where Magnum Steno differs from other theories is it's emphasis on briefing. This makes your writing shorter and faster and relies on memorization earlier on in your studies.
You can find our more about Magnum Steno and it's creator, Mark Kislingbury here - magnumsteno.com
There are different companies that sell steno machines (writers). You can purchase or rent from them. It is fine to buy an older refurbished writer, especially as a student. Make sure that your writer is able to connect to a computer so that you can use it in connection with the software that translates your keystrokes into words.
Here are links to stores that offer machines for rent or to buy;
Here are links to stores that sell hobbyist machines;
Magnum Steno Beginning Theory
This Magnum Steno Beginning Theory course will take you through Magnum Steno Theory, from start to finish.
Courses to Boost Your Theory
These additional courses offer a range of additional material and support to help you through your theory studies and into speed building.
Testimonials
I am happy to inform you that thanks to your advice, I have preliminary passes for the RPR Lit (95%) and Jury Charge (97%) ... l am humbled and proud of myself for how I did yesterday. Your
words of wisdom were what I needed to get to this point. I practiced at 10% faster for several weeks and when it was test time, it seemed extremely slow. My writing was so clean. It was truly a
miracle. Thank you for taking the time out of your life to help a struggling soul who needed some guidance. I couldn't have done it without you.
Adrienne
I've been in 160 for, I dunno, 2 years, so it's quite the relief to be gaining progress again. I credit it 100% to a mixture of me really cracking down on your Magnum Steno program and getting
together with my readback buddy.
M.L
I can't think of a better person than you that this quote applies to .... Your time, patience, experience, knowledge, and willingness has helped me as well as so many others big time!
"At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us."
K.L
I do feel that your program structure as well as the opportunity to shadow you and even do the mock deposition made it a pretty smooth transition for me once I did start working, and the
program certainly facilitated that.
D.G
I loved this course! I did this and the a-z both and I really appreciate being able to practice in the different ways each course is taught. The read back sections were great as well as the dictations. Thanks to all who put their time and resources in to creating this :)
Brittany
You are so amazing to provide these dictations for the steno (and voice, I suppose) community!! Thank you so very much for your generosity and the time you've spent putting these here for us!!!
Kathy
