Level 1
LEARNING GOAL:
I can define the purpose of word processors, identify the layout of Microsoft Word's interface, and recall useful keyboard shortcuts.
I can define the purpose of word processors, identify the layout of Microsoft Word's interface, and recall useful keyboard shortcuts.
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1A
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1B
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1C
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1D
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1E
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"What's a word processor?" |
*covered during class on Thursday 9/22* Watch Video If you'd like to, skim the website that's talked about in the video above. After watching the video, you should know: 1) General definition of a word processor 2) Examples of word processors OTHER THAN Google Docs and Microsoft Word |
Quick Check |
After you submit the Quick Check...read what it says to determine whether you're ready for section 1B. Begin Quick Check (If prompted, sign in to your Office 365 account.) |
Opening Microsoft Word |
Watch Video This video discusses how users can open Microsoft Word on a desktop computer & also when working in Office 365. |
Microsoft Word Templates |
Watch Video This video introduces users to the variety of templates that Microsoft Word has to offer. |
1B Quick Check |
Step 1: Open Microsoft Word. Step 2: Choose any template to create a new document. Step 3: That's it. :) Go on to section 1C! (...but know where that new document is saved to, so you can get back to it later.) |
Interface of Microsoft Word |
The videos linked below will introduce you to the basic user interface of Microsoft products. The ribbon, Quick Access Toolbar, Undo button, & "objects" will be discussed. #1 - Interface of Microsoft Word Online #2 - Interface of Microsoft Word (desktop version) |
Words to Know - Create a Study Set |
Check your knowledge of the new "words to know" by using this flashcard study set that Mr. Oates created on Quizlet. You should CONFIDENTLY know what all of these words/phrases mean before moving on to the next task:
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The Interface Nightmare |
📎 Ever heard of Clippy? Learn a bit about the infamous interface failure Microsoft had in the late 1990s: Whatever happened to Clippy?? (video) |
Quick Check |
Begin Quick Check 👉 You will need to login to Formative to take the Quick Check. After clicking the link above, do the following to properly login:
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General Keyboard Shortcuts |
Watch Video This video discusses how you can use your keyboard to cut, copy, paste, select all, and undo. No mouse necessary! |
Keyboard Shortcut Practice |
FIRST: You should already have a Microsoft Word document open from section 1B. If not, find the document you created in section 1B that's saved in your OneDrive. THEN: Using the text that is already on the document (since you should have used a template to create it)...practice the following keyboard shortcuts:
You should memorize them before moving on to section 1E! |
Level 1 Mastery Check
Mastery Checks exist to see if you've met the learning goal for the level you just worked on.
👉 When prompted...click "Sign in with Clever", type in 'kingsley' & choose the school, and THEN click "Sign in with Google."
Begin Level 1 Mastery Check
Mastery Checks exist to see if you've met the learning goal for the level you just worked on.
👉 When prompted...click "Sign in with Clever", type in 'kingsley' & choose the school, and THEN click "Sign in with Google."
Begin Level 1 Mastery Check
If you got 9, 10, or 11 questions correct...you may proceed to Level 2. Congratulations! :)
If you got 8 or FEWER questions correct...take some time to review the materials from Level 1. Then attempt the mastery check again by clicking on the "Begin Level 1 Mastery Check" link again; it should let you edit/change any answers you need to.
If you got 8 or FEWER questions correct...take some time to review the materials from Level 1. Then attempt the mastery check again by clicking on the "Begin Level 1 Mastery Check" link again; it should let you edit/change any answers you need to.
Level 2
LEARNING GOAL:
I can apply basic text and paragraph formatting to my document.
I can apply basic text and paragraph formatting to my document.
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2F
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2G
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2H
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Odd One Out - partner activity |
FIRST: 👉 Find a partner or small group to meet with & move near them. The Tracking Page is a great place to see who else is on section 2F! 🔹 Although it's encouraged to work with a partner or small group, you can also do this activity individually. 🔹 SECOND: At least one person of the partnership or small group should open the "Odd One Out (2F)" document by clicking HERE. THIRD: Follow the instructions on the top of the "Odd One Out (2F)" document that was just opened. |
Emphasizing & Stylizing Text |
Watch Video This video can be watched individually or with your partner or small group. It will go over the "answers" from the Odd One Out activity above and will also discuss the
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Lists irl Exploration |
Begin the Exploration NOTE: There are 4 tasks as part of the exploration. Please be sure you do all 4! |
"Lists" Video |
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Brain Dump |
Instructions Submit your COMPLETED "Brain Dump" document to Google Classroom before moving on to section 2H. |
Spacing Text Walkthrough |
FIRST: You will want your own copy of the "Spacing Text - Examples (2H)" document. Click HERE to go to the document. Once you're there, click the "Download" button in the upper-right. Then...upload the downloaded document to your OneDrive & now you have your own copy! SECOND: Choose ONE of the options below to learn all about spacing text in Microsoft Word. While you're doing so, use the "Spacing Text - Examples (2H)" document that you just uploaded to OneDrive as your practice space. Option #1: Full Written Instructions (Click the link above - this is the recommended option!) Option #2: Video Instructions (The 3 VIDEOS are linked below. Please consider watching them in order:) Alignment Line Spacing Textboxes* *Note: Textboxes are only available in the desktop version of Microsoft Word (not in Word Online). Option #3: Picture Summary (this is intended only as a reference to check back on things later; please consider Options #1 or #2 above if you just got onto section 2H.) |
Words to Know - Add to your Study Set |
CLICK HERE to study these terms (aka "words to know") from Level 2:
Remember: you should know what ALL of these terms are before moving on to the next task below. |
5x5 Grid (Level 2 Mastery Check) |
Level 3
LEARNING GOAL:
I can construct a clear, consistent, and complete document by using multimedia to appropriately enhance my document and its effectiveness.
I can construct a clear, consistent, and complete document by using multimedia to appropriately enhance my document and its effectiveness.
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3J
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3K
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The 3 C's |
Watch Video 👆 This video discusses the "3 C's of Word Processing":
Following the 3 C's will help you create cohesive, effective documents. |
'Insert' Tab |
The "Insert" tab of Microsoft Word is home to a variety of 'objects', which are a great way to visually display information in a document you're creating. The types of 'objects' that we'll be learning about & using in this class include:
Watch Video 👈 NOTE: Textboxes, shapes/lines, and SmartArt are not available for users to create in Word Online (the Office 365 version). |
"Interacting with Objects" video series |
Introduction START HERE 👉 Introduction Video 👈 Types of Objects Shapes* SmartArt* Pictures - formatting Textboxes (Review)* *The objects above that are marked with an * are only available in the desktop version of Word. Working with Objects Aligning, Ordering, & Grouping Objects |
For the Bulletin Board |
It's time to put your Microsoft Word skills to the test! [This task is great for practicing how to use objects in Microsoft Word.] Instructions (using the desktop app of Microsoft Word will be necessary) When you're done...please submit this to Google Classroom if you'd like the document you created to be considered for the bulletin board! |
Level 4
LEARNING GOAL:
I can design a document using Microsoft Word that helps or betters my community.
I can design a document using Microsoft Word that helps or betters my community.
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Microsoft Word in the Community project |
First of all...welcome to Level 4! You should be very proud of your accomplishments this unit. :) You get to decide where you want to take this project. There are TWO general guidelines that need to be followed: 1) you need to use a function in Microsoft Word that was not learned in Levels 1-3 of this unit 2) the project needs to help or better the classroom in some way (it doesn't have to be grand!) |