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Computer Skills: Microsoft Programs Master - Self Paced Spring Course

Completed by 100 learners
Ages 12-17
Self-Paced Course
During this self paced Microsoft computer course, students will develop practical computer skills in numerous Microsoft Office programs: Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint to be used in middle school, high school, college, careers, etc.
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10 weeks of teacher support
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What's included

10 pre-recorded lessons
10 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Homework
1 hour per week. Students will be given assignments each week to practice the skills learned in class. It should take around 1 hour each week.
Assessment
Projects are reviewed and personalized feedback is provided when students submit their weekly projects.
Grading
Grades can be provided by request for record keeping purposes.

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 10
During this course, students will build the skillset to effectively use Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel. These tools are extremely valuable in the workforce, on a resume and are a necessary skill in high school and college. Each week, students will learn a new skill for each program. By the end of the course, students will have confidence to use all three of these Microsoft programs. 

Course Schedule: 
Week 1	Saving and Navigation		
Week 2	Fonts, Title Slide, Cell Formating		
Week 3	Styles and Pattern Recognition		
Week 4	Prepping for Papers/Essays, Excel Organization		
Week 5	Flyer/Brochure, Slide Types, and Color Coding		
Week 6	Images and Number Storage		
Week 7	Images and Text Combination, Functions		
Week 8	All Forms of Media, Functions		
Week 9	Animations and Number Based Color Coding		
Week 10	Edits, Review, Graphing

Learning Goals

Students will improve their technology literacy through building competency in Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel.

Syllabus

10 Lessons
over 10 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Week 1: Welcome to Your Tech Adventure! - Saving and Navigation
 This week, we're tackling Saving and Navigation across Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. 
Lesson 2:
Week 2: Making Your Mark - Fonts, Title Slide, Cell Formatting
 This week, we're diving into the world of Fonts in Word, Title Slides in PowerPoint, and Cell Formatting in Excel. 
Lesson 3:
Week 3: Styles and Patterns - Mastering Efficiency
 In Week 3, we focus on mastering Styles in Word and Pattern Recognition in Excel 
Lesson 4:
Week 4: Crafting Your Story - Prepping for Papers/Essays, Excel Organization
 This week, we're exploring how to effectively prepare for writing papers and essays in Word and organize information in Excel. 

Other Details

Supply List
Students will need a computer with access to Microsoft Office programs (Word, Powerpoint, Excel).
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

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Teacher expertise and credentials
Utah Teaching Certificate in Science
Victoria Laird, M.S.
Washington Teaching Certificate in Science
Patch Kulp M.Ed
Master's Degree in Science from University of Utah
Victoria Laird, M.S.
Master's Degree in Education from Grand Canyon University
Patch Kulp M.Ed
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Brigham Young University
Victoria Laird, M.S.
Hi learners and parents! 
I currently am the Chief Microsoft Instructor for an EdTech company based in the United States. 
I currently am a credentialed teacher in Washington State and hold my endorsements in biology (5-12), health (K-12) and fitness (K-12). 
I currently teach AP Biology, honors biology, anatomy and physiology and health science. 
Last year, I taught biology, environmental science, health, physics and P.E. to middle and high school students. 
I hold my Masters Degree in Secondary Education with an emphasis in life sciences and health.
I received my Bachelors Degree in Athletic Training from Whitworth University. I completed 1,250 clinical hours in physical therapy clinics, collegiate, semi-professional and high school athletic training rooms, emergency rooms and urgent cares.
Throughout this program, I took multiple courses that required a high level of competency in Microsoft Office programs. I completed fitness assessments and data analyses using Microsoft Excel. I conducted my own semester-long research project and utilized Microsoft Office programs to collect and summarize my findings. 

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