Suggested Objective a: Use basic word processing commands to create, format, edit, and print documents

Word processing programs can assist a computer user with creating professional looking reports and other files. You can use a theme setting in the program to create a uniform look for colors, fonts, and other layout features. For our course, we will learn to use Microsoft Word 2010.

There are 24 lessons available at GCF Learn Free. Each of the lessons will demonstrate in written and picture format a new concept. You are to work through each of these lessons and take notes as needed to aid your understanding and recall for how to complete a task. At the end of these lessons, you will find some videos that will demonstrate the concepts as well.

Word Basics

Getting Started with Word

Text Basics

Formatting Text

Saving

Modifying Page Layout

Checking Spelling and Grammar

Printing

Common Tasks in Word

Using Indents and Tabs

Line and Paragraph Spacing

Working with Lists

Adding Breaks

Working with Columns

Working with Hyperlinks

Working with Shapes

Text Boxes and WordArt

Inserting ClipArt and Pictures

Formatting Pictures

Doing More with Word

Styles and Themes

Working with Headers and Footers

Once you have viewed the 24 lessons for using Microsoft Word 2010, take the 33 question quiz from GCF Learn Free. You may use your notes if you do not know the answer to a question. Write down the topic that you were not sure of the answer. Once you complete the quiz, write down your score results. Also, list the questions that you missed. You will submit this information to me in an upcoming assignment.

Below are some videos to aid your understanding of how to use Microsoft Word 2010.

Microsoft Word 2010 Tutorial for Beginners | Microsoft Word Basic Tutorial

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 - Part 1

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 - Part 2

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 - Part 3

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 - Part 4

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 - Part 5

Suggested Objective b: Apply word processing features using appropriate toolbars

Image copied from http://www.internet4classrooms.com/msword_toolbar.htm on September 12, 2014

Internet 4 Classrooms has a site that shows and explains the various Microsoft Word toolbar buttons. Click the link to view the site. The first page you view - Using Microsoft Word - will be for the standard toolbar. You can click links on the page that will display and explain other toolbar buttons like the Formatting, Drawing, and Customize buttons. Take a look and make notes as needed.

A Guide to the Formatting Toolbar Buttons is a page that displays and explains various formatting buttons. Scroll to the bottom of the page to view more information for styles and standard tool buttons.

Microsoft Word 2010 - Quick Access Toolbar

How to Show or Restore the Microsoft Word Ribbon or Toolbar

How to Customize the Quick Access Toolbar in Microsoft Word 2013

Suggested Objective c: Manage and manipulate files within a word processing application

After you use Microsoft Word for a bit of time, you can accumulate numerous files. These files should be organized so that they are easy for you to find later when you need them. Look at the information below to learn more about how to manage files in Microsoft Word.

Introducing Backstage is from Microsoft's website. This page explains how to reach the Backstage and how to use it.

TutorialsPoint has a webpage called Backstage View in Word 2010. It is very visual, colorful, and easy to follow. Check it out. Other links using Word features and tools can be found on this awesome site as well. Feel free to look around and learn.

Office 2010: Word 2010 Backstage View

Managing Documents with Word Backstage: Word 2010 New Features from Lynda.com

Suggested Objective d: Perform common editing and formatting functions

You have learned the fundamentals of using Microsoft Word 2010. As you become more proficient with using Word, you will wish to learn some keyboard shortcuts. This will make you even more efficient in using this software program. Click the link below to view a Quick Reference Card from Custom Guide.

Microsoft Word 2010 Quick Reference Card

Microsoft has created several training courses for Word 2010. Click the link to visit the Microsoft website. Notice the different category levels for using Word - Beginner and Intermediate. You can download information or watch online the various topics being taught.

Training Courses for Word 2010