Objective:
The objective of this lesson is to equip learners with the knowledge to master Microsoft 365 by understanding and applying the balance between the methodical (science) and creative (art) aspects of its features and tools. Through practical, real-world applications, learners will enhance both their productivity and their ability to innovate using Microsoft 365.
Comprehensive Content Overview:
Microsoft 365 is an extensive suite of tools that merges productivity, collaboration, and creative applications. It includes familiar software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as collaborative tools like Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive. Beyond these, there are numerous other applications and services that form part of the ecosystem, like Planner, Forms, and Stream.
In-depth Explanations with Actionable Insights:
- Word: Beyond basic text editing, Word offers features like Smart Lookup, which provides quick, context-based information from the web, and advanced design options for document styling and layout..
- Excel: Excel isn’t just for data entry. The application is powerful for data analysis with tools like PivotTables, Power Query, and advanced charting. For example, a PivotTable can be created by selecting the data range and choosing ‘Insert’ > ‘PivotTable’. From there, fields can be dragged into the ‘Rows’, ‘Columns’, and ‘Values’ areas to dynamically summarize data..
- PowerPoint: PowerPoint serves not only for slide creation but also for storytelling and animation. ...
