ECDL 4.5 Module 3 - Word Processing (Word 2007) (Win) (workbook)

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In Module 3 the candidate will learn about word processing and will be able to demonstrate the ability to use a word processing application on a computer. The candidate will be able to accomplish everyday tasks associated with creating, formatting and finishing small sized word processing documents ready for distribution. He or she will also be able to duplicate and move text within and between documents, and demonstrate competence in using some of the features associated with word processing applications such as creating standard tables, using pictures and images within a document, and using mail merge tools.

This publication is intended for people who wish to prepare for Module 3 - Word Processing of the ECDL Syllabus (Version 4.5) using Microsoft Word 2007. This publication assumes no prior knowledge of Microsoft Word or a word processing application. However, it would be beneficial to have a general understanding of personal computers and the Windows operating system as the candidate will be required to start applications, work with and copy files, and locate file folders.

• Work with the basic features of Word
• Create a new document
• Open, navigate, preview and count the words in a document and understand how a document is presented on the screen
• Select and work with text in a document
• Cut and copy information within and between documents
• Use a range of font formatting techniques.
• Format paragraphs
• Create and work with various types of tabs
• Create and modify tables
• Create and use templates in your documents
• Work effectively with features that affect the page layout of your document
• Insert headers and footers including page numbering and document information
• Use the Mail Merge Wizard to perform mail merges
• Create and edit recipient lists
• Perform a mail merge from scratch
• Produce address labels from a mailing list
• Insert and work with pictures
• Insert and manipulate clip art images
• Create charts for use within Microsoft Word documents
• Save documents in a variety of different file formats
• Work with document properties
• Check the spelling and grammar of a document
• Print a document

Watsonia workbook tutorials. Files for the exercises are provided on CDs.

Windows running Word 2007.

46 hours.

• JISC Digital Proficiency
• JISC Digital Proficiency
• Wordprocessing