Word 365: Beginners (In Person Face to Face)

BeginnersPrerequisites

This course is to help you get to grips with word processing basics using Microsoft Word. It will be taught in a small group and no previous knowledge is assumed.

• This is the In Person Face to Face version of the Live Online classroom based instructor led course.

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• All current Cambridge University members (departments and colleges)
• Further details regarding eligibility criteria are available

• Basic computer skills i.e. familiarity with using a keyboard and mouse will be assumed.
• The course is aimed at beginners - no previous knowledge or experience of the software is assumed.

Number of sessions: 1

• Learn the basic features of Word
• Create a new document
• Use a range of font formatting techniques
• Format paragraphs
• Work effectively with features that affect the page layout of your document
• Inserting images

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Get Started with Word
  • Open Microsoft Word and create a new blank document.
  • Navigate the Word interface and identify key tools on the ribbon.
• Format Text and Paragraphs
  • Apply basic font formatting techniques such as bold, italics, underline, font size, and colour.
  • Format paragraphs using alignment, line spacing, and indentation tools.
• Control Page Layout
  • Adjust page layout settings including margins, orientation, and page size.
  • Use layout features to improve the structure and readability of a document.
• Insert and Manage Images
  • Insert images into a document and adjust their size and position.
  • Apply basic image formatting such as alignment, text wrapping, and borders.
• Apply Best Practices
  • Save and name documents appropriately.

• Presentation, demonstration and practical activities

• The course will be taught using Word 365 on PCs but will also be suitable for Word 2016/2019 users. Apple Mac users of Outlook should also find it useful.

What we expect from participants

• Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time to avoid disruptions.
• Participants are expected to actively engage with the lesson and the trainer and there will be activities to do.
• PC’s are provided in our training rooms but if you wish to bring and use your own laptop you can do.
• Feel free to ask questions at any time.
• We welcome your interaction throughout the course. Your contribution will enhance your own experience as well as that of others. Thank you.

• One half day session

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