Word 2016 Essentials

This course is part of Intellectual Development (Microsoft Office)

Instructors: Tammy McAllister

150,434 already enrolled

12 modules

Learn the fundamentals.

30 -40 hours to complete

Spread over 2 to 3 weeks

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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About the Course

Participants will gain a fundamental understanding of the Microsoft Word environment and the ability to complete tasks independently. They will demonstrate the correct application of the principle features of Word 2016 by creating and editing documents for a variety of purposes and situations. Document examples include professional looking reports, multi-column newsletters, resumes, and business correspondence.

Course Objectives:

  • Create and manage documents
  • Format text, paragraphs, and sections
  • Create tables and lists
  • Create and manage references
  • Insert and format graphic elements
  • Creating a Document

    • Introduce the Ribbon
    • Open the New Screen
    • Create a Blank Document
    • Create a Document from a Template
    • Open a PDF for Editing
    • Insert Text from a File
  • Navigating Through a Document

    • Search for Text
    • Navigate to Page
    • Use the Go To Dialog Box
  • Formatting a Document, Part One

    • Change Margins
    • Change Page Orientation
    • Change Page Size
    • Use the Page Setup Dialog Box
    • Insert Headers and Footers
    • Insert Page Numbers
  • Formatting a Document, Part Two

    • Apply Document Themes
    • Apply Document Style Sheets
    • Add a Watermark
    • Change Page Background Color
    • Use the Page Borders Dialog Box
  • Customizing Options and Views for Documents

    • Change Document View
    • Zoom
    • Add a Tool to the Quick Access Toolbar
    • Split View Window
    • Add Document Properties
    • Show or Hide Formatting Symbols
  • Printing and Saving Documents

    • Print
    • Save in Another File Format
    • Inspect a Document for Hidden Properties and Personal Information
    • Inspect a Document for Accessibility Issues
    • Inspect a Document for Compatibility Issues
  • Module Two: Review Questions

  • Inserting and Selecting Text and Paragraphs

    • Select Text with the Mouse or Keyboard
    • Insert Special Characters
  • Editing Text

    • Cut and Paste Text
    • Copy and Paste using Keyboard Shortcuts
    • Change Text Automatically Using AutoCorrect
    • Replace Text
  • Formatting Text

    • Apply Font Face and Size
    • Use the Font Context List
    • Use the Format Painter
    • Highlight Text
  • Formatting Paragraphs

    • Change Line Spacing
    • Change Paragraph Spacing
    • Use Indents and Tabs
    • Clear Formatting
  • Using Styles and WordArt

    • Apply Built-in Styles
    • Change Text to WordArt
  • Breaking Up Text

    • Insert a Page Break
    • Insert a Section Break
    • Change Page Setup Options for a Section
    • Create Multiple Column Layout
    • Insert a Column Break
  • Module Three: Review Questions

  • Using Bulleted Lists

    • Create a Bulleted List
    • Define a Custom Bullet Character
  • Using Numbered Lists

    • Create a Numbered List
    • Control List Numbering
    • Change List Levels
    • Define a Custom Number Format
  • Creating a Table

    • Insert a Table
    • Convert Text to Table
    • Convert Tables to Text
    • Apply Table Styles
  • Modifying a Table

    • Resize a Table
    • Resize a Table’s Rows or Columns
    • Repeat Row Headers
    • Sort Table Data
    • Merge Cells
    • Split Cells
    • Split a Table
    • Set Cell Margins and Spacing
  • Module Four: Review Questions

  • Insert Graphic Elements

    • Insert Shapes
    • Insert Pictures
    • Insert a Full-Size Screenshot
    • Insert a Screen Clipping
    • Insert a Text Box
  • Formatting Graphic Elements

    • Select a Graphical Element
    • Format a Shape
    • Set the Text Wrapping
    • Set Positioning
    • Add Alternative Text
  • Enhancing Pictures

    • Apply a Picture Style
    • Apply Picture Effects
    • Apply Artistic Effects
    • Remove the Background from a Picture
  • Using SmartArt

    • Insert SmartArt
    • Add Text to SmartArt
    • Customize SmartArt
    • Add Shape to SmartArt
  • Module Five: Review Questions

  • Create Bookmarks and Links

    • Insert a Bookmark
    • Insert a Hyperlink
  • Creating Common Front Matter

    • Insert a Standard Table of Contents
    • Update a Table of Contents
    • Insert a Cover Page
  • Using Captions, Footnotes, and Endnotes

    • Add a Figure or Table Caption
    • Modify Caption Properties
    • Add a Footnote
    • Add an Endnote
    • Modify Footnote and Endnote Properties
  • Creating and Managing Reference Markers

    • Create Bibliography Citation Sources
    • Modify Bibliography Citation Sources
    • Insert Citations for Bibliographies
  • Module Six: Review Questions

  • Words from the Wise
  • Lessons Learned

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The course typically takes 30-40 hours to complete, depending on your pace. The program is spread over 12 modules and can be completed in 3 weeks at 3 hours per week. You can also take the course at your own pace with flexible scheduling.

Yes, this course is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals transitioning into self-employment. It covers the fundamentals, as well as advanced strategies, to help you at any stage of your entrepreneurial journey.

In this workshop, you will learn how to start, manage, and grow a successful business. Topics include business planning, market analysis, employee management, securing financing, marketing strategies, and business growth techniques.

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There are no specific prerequisites. Whether you're new to entrepreneurship or already running a business, this workshop will provide valuable insights and practical tools.

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