MS DLC (Module 3 only): Productivity Programs
Introduction
Whether you are entirely new to computing or have some experience, this curriculum will help you develop a fundamental understanding of computers. Version 2 of the Microsoft Digital Literacy Curriculum (MS DLC) includes rich examples and screenshots to train you on Microsoft Office 2007 and Microsoft Windows Vista. There are hundreds of software applications available today, and this module explores the most common productivity software applications used in business, in education, and at home.
ALISON have, with the agreement of the Microsoft Corporation, made this course freely accessible by any individual on the ALISON website. Any teacher, tutor or HR Manager, at any school, community centre or business, can also use our online learning management system, ALISON Manager, to manage groups of learners taking this course - for free.
This third module of the Microsoft Digital Literacy Curriculum teaches you how to select the right software for a project. You will learn the fundamentals of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases. You can take this module by itself, or you can go to the full Microsoft Digital Literacy course, which includes all five modules, integrated assessment and certification.
What You Will Learn
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- » Identify and use the main components of the graphical user interface (GUI) of office productivity software
- » Perform basic tasks in a word processor
- » Identify the benefits of desktop publishing
- » Perform basic mathematical tasks in a spreadsheet
- » Insert charts in a spreadsheet
- » Add graphics and multimedia to a presentation
- » Work with records in a database
- » Explain what database queries are and how they work
See the course syllabus for a full outline of the lessons and topics in this course.
Prior Knowledge Needed
Module 1 of the Microsoft Digital Literacy course (Computer Basics), or similar experience.
The course consists of six lessons, and a total of 26 topics. It will take about 2-3 hours.
Assessment and Certification
There is no assessment available when you take this module as a stand-alone course. However, this module is also available as part of the full Microsoft Digital Literacy course, which includes assessments at the end of each of the five modules.
About Learning on ALISON
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Elsewhere on our website, you can read more about the features and benefits of learning on ALISON. You can also read more about ALISON Manager and create a free learning group.
Technical Requirements
This course
requires a computer which is connected to the Internet and is running a
Web browser with the Adobe Flash player (version 9 or above) installed. This course contains no audio.
See the technical information page for more information.
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