Completion/Revision Date Approved by Board of Education on November 16, 2009

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1 Wallingford Public Schools - HIGH SCHOOL COURSE OUTLINE Course Title: Microsoft Word Essentials Course Number: Department: Career and Technical Education Grade(s): 9-12 Level(s): Academic Credit: 1/2 Course Description Students will work to improve and enhance proper techniques for keyboarding while creating original and professional documents in Microsoft Word. Specific instruction will also be provided in using word processing features to format, store, and revise documents typically used in school, business, and in life. Desk top publishing and the use of graphics will also be explored. The goal of this course is for students to develop skills that can be used in a variety of personal, professional and educational settings. Required Instructional Materials Microsoft Word TBD Completion/Revision Date Approved by Board of Education on November 16, 2009 Mission Statement of the Curriculum Management Team The mission of the Career and Technical Education Curriculum Management Team is to ensure that students, as a result of their experiences in K-12, will demonstrate transferable skills, knowledge, and attributes for successful life management, employment, career development, post-secondary educational opportunities, and lifelong learning. Enduring Understandings for the Course MS Word is a universal tool used in personal, professional and educational settings. Correct keyboarding techniques enhance a person s ability to complete tasks efficiently and effectively. MS Word skills can be applied to other MS Suite programs. MS Word applications, commands and features can be used to generate quality documents involving complex formatting. Principles of design must be considered in the creation of There are tools in MS Word to assist in creating professional Knowing your audience and purpose is crucial when creating a document. Professional, quality documents enhance the communication of ideas. MS Word is a tool used to enhance communication in a variety of personal, educational and professional settings. There are legal and ethical issues associated with the use of technology. Time management and independent work habits are life skills that can be used in a variety of settings. Good organizational habits enhance productivity. Microsoft Word Essentials Page 1 of 5

2 1.0 Word Basics MS Word is a universal tool used in personal, professional and educational settings. Correct keyboarding techniques enhance a person s ability to complete tasks efficiently and effectively. MS Word skills can be applied to other MS Suite programs. 1.1 Identify hardware components appropriate for specific tasks. a. Input b. Output c. Storage 1.2 Identify components of the Microsoft Word document. 1.3 Demonstrate the process of viewing, printing and saving 1.4 Recognize the proper use of ergonomic equipment to increase efficiency and productivity. 1.5 Navigate through an MS Word document. What makes MS Word a universal tool? Why are correct keyboarding techniques important in one s life? Microsoft Word Essentials Page 2 of 5

3 2.0 Customizing and Editing MS Word applications, commands and features can be used to generate quality documents involving complex formatting. Principles of design must be considered in the creation of 2.1 Select text using keyboard and mouse. 2.2 Format text and paragraphs in MS Word 2.3 Utilize various ways to cut, copy, paste. 2.4 Demonstrate ways to change font (size, color, style). 2.5 Apply bullets and numbers to organize information. 2.6 Demonstrate appropriate use of the commands and tools of MS Word. 2.7 Identify and apply appropriate use of objects in Word a. Pictures b. Clip art c. Tables d. Charts 2.8 Utilize basic design principles in creating original MS Word 2.9 Enhance existing documents with tables, charts, diagrams and graphics. How does the design of a document impact the communication process? What makes an effective document? Microsoft Word Essentials Page 3 of 5

4 3.0 Document Processing There are tools in MS Word to assist in creating professional Knowing your audience and purpose is crucial when creating a document. Professional, quality documents enhance the communication of ideas. MS Word is a tool used to enhance communication in a variety of personal, educational and professional settings. 3.1 Analyze authentic professional 3.2 Demonstrate use of templates and wizards. 3.3 Create original MS Word documents for specific purpose. a. Memos b. Letters c. Reports d. Flyers e. Tables 3.4 Determine appropriate tone based on intended audience. 3.5 Produce quality, error free, original 3.6 Analyze documents for errors and improvements. How do communications connect to your audience? Why are documents critical tools for effective communication? What makes a document professional? Microsoft Word Essentials Page 4 of 5

5 4.0 Professional Development There are legal and ethical issues associated with the use of technology. Time management and independent work habits are life skills that can be used in a variety of settings. Good organizational habits enhance productivity. 4.1 Demonstrate ethical computer practices. 4.2 Demonstrate effective time management skills and independent work habits. 4.3 Apply 21 st Century Skills in completing assignments. 4.4 Classify data effectively. What ethical and legal choices should be considered when using software? What makes life skills transferrable? What does it mean to be organized? Microsoft Word Essentials Page 5 of 5