Troab shorthand is uniquely different from other methods in its two-level approach.
However, Troab Professional level may be compared with other shorthand systems, e.g. Teeline, Gregg and Pitman.
Troab is simpler with fewer rules and shorter learning time.
Troab Professional level has a different approach to word abbreviation from Teeline.
The shorthand word footprint for Teeline is 2.6 and for Troab 2.0
A range of learning resources is available for students and teachers.
Authors Online, 2011,
A comprehensive textbook of Troab shorthand for self-study or classroom teaching.
Copious practice work is given throughout.
Available from Booksellers and online.
‘Simply Fast’ (Index)
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The Troab shorthand method is unique in its two-level approach; however the Troab Professional level may be compared with Teeline in certain aspects.
Some of the salient features of the two methods are summarized here.
1. Consonant design; T and D
2. Writing TH
3. Writing N
4. Indicating R
5. Writing L
6. Short forms for common words
7. The Word Footprint; average number of pen-strokes to form a shorthand word outline.
Troab 2.0 Teeline 2.6
e.g. 400 word text,
Troab, 400 x 2.0 = 800 pen srokes.
Teeline, 400 x 2.6 = 1040
(the difference of 240 pen strokes approximates to writing 100 words)
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