Ms Word 2019

Course Title: Mastering Microsoft Word 2019

Course Duration:

• Beginner Level: 10-12 hours
• Intermediate Level: 12-15 hours
• Advanced Level: 15-20 hours (Each level includes theoretical concepts, practical exercises, and quizzes)

Target Audience:

• Beginners with little to no experience in Microsoft Word.
• Intermediate users who want to refine their skills.
• Advanced users looking to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Prerequisites:

• Basic knowledge of computer operations (e.g., using a keyboard, mouse, and navigating a file system).
• No prior knowledge of Microsoft Word is required for beginners.

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Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Word 2019

• Overview of Microsoft Word Interface:
  • Ribbon, Quick Access Toolbar, and Status Bar.
  • Understanding the File Tab (Backstage view).
  • Working with documents (open, save, and close).
  • Introduction to the Word Window and workspace.
• Creating and Managing Documents:
  • How to create a new document.
  • Saving documents in different formats (Word, PDF, etc.).
  • Opening and closing documents.
  • Undo and Redo functions.
  • Using the AutoSave feature (with OneDrive).

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Module 2: Basic Text Formatting

• Typing and Inserting Text:
  • Typing, editing, and selecting text.
  • Using Find and Replace for text editing.
• Text Formatting Techniques:
  • Font types, size, and style.
  • Bold, Italics, Underline, and Strikethrough.
  • Changing font color and highlighting text.
  • Setting paragraph alignment (left, center, right, justify).
  • Line spacing and paragraph spacing.
  • Applying bullet points and numbering.

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Module 3: Document Layout and Design

• Working with Styles:

  • Understanding and applying built-in styles.
  • Creating custom styles for headings, subheadings, and text.

• Page Layout:

  • Adjusting margins, orientation, and page size.
  • Working with columns.
  • Inserting breaks (page breaks, section breaks).
  • Adding headers and footers (with page numbers, dates, etc.).

• Using Themes and Document Formatting:

  • Applying pre-designed themes.
  • Customizing themes and colors.
  • Inserting a watermark.

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Module 4: Working with Tables and Lists

• Creating Tables:
  • Inserting and formatting tables.
  • Adjusting rows, columns, and cell size.
  • Merging and splitting cells.
  • Adding borders, shading, and table styles.
• Working with Lists:
  • Creating bulleted and numbered lists.
  • Using multi-level lists.
  • Customizing bullet points and numbering styles.

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Module 5: Inserting Media and Objects

• Inserting Images and Graphics:
  • Inserting pictures, shapes, and SmartArt.
  • Formatting images (resize, crop, and wrap text around images).
  • Using WordArt to stylize text.
• Inserting Other Objects:
  • Inserting and formatting charts (graphs).
  • Inserting hyperlinks and bookmarks.
  • Working with videos, audio, and screen recordings.
• Using Icons, 3D Models, and Online Pictures:
  • Inserting modern content such as 3D models and icons from Microsoft Word's built-in library.

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Module 6: Advanced Document Editing and Review

• Tracking Changes and Comments:

  • Using the Track Changes feature for collaboration.
  • Adding and managing comments.

• Spell Check and Grammar:

  • Using the built-in spell check and grammar tools.
  • Customizing language and proofing options.

• Using the Thesaurus:

  • Accessing and using synonyms to improve writing.

• Word 2019 Review Features:

  • Using Compare and Combine Documents.
  • Protecting a document with passwords.

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Module 7: Creating and Managing References

• Working with Citations and Bibliographies:
  • Inserting citations from sources.
  • Creating and managing a bibliography.
• Using Footnotes and Endnotes:
  • Inserting and formatting footnotes and endnotes.
• Creating and Managing a Table of Contents:
  • Automatically generating and updating a table of contents.
  • Formatting the table of contents.

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Module 8: Collaborative Features and Sharing

• Sharing Documents:
  • Sharing documents with others via email or OneDrive.
  • Collaborating on documents in real-time with others.
• Version Control and Document History:
  • Understanding version history and document recovery.
  • Managing shared documents effectively.
• Comments and Markup:
  • Reviewing and accepting/rejecting changes.
  • Adding, viewing, and removing comments.

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Module 9: Automation and Shortcuts

• Creating and Using Macros:
  • Automating repetitive tasks with macros.
  • Recording and running a macro.
• Keyboard Shortcuts:
  • Learning essential Microsoft Word shortcuts to increase productivity (e.g., copy, paste, save, undo).
• Using Quick Parts and AutoText:
  • Inserting frequently used text and phrases using Quick Parts.
  • Creating AutoText entries for quick insertion of common content.

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Module 10: Final Project and Certification

• Capstone Project:
  • Complete a real-world assignment that integrates all of the skills learned in the course.
• Course Review and Assessment:
  • Final assessment of the knowledge gained throughout the course.
  • Certification of completion (if applicable).