During this class, students will learn the basic functions of Microsoft Word and get hands-on practice. We will begin by briefly discussing real-world uses for Word. We will then quickly dive in and begin using the program. 

In this class, students will create a mock research paper.  We'll start with a blank document so that students will get practice with all elements of creating the document.  I will provide text in the classroom that will be copied and pasted into the document, so that students can get experience editing and formatting text.

I will share my screen so students can watch me using the program as I describe its functions.  Students should have Microsoft Word on their computer prior to starting class, so they can use the program and follow along as I teach the class.  As time allows, the students will have the ability to share their screen in order to ask questions and share their work.  

Students do not need any experience with Word, but should have basic desktop or laptop knowledge, such as the ability to use a mouse, use a keyboard and open a program.

Microsoft Word Version:
I will be demonstrating with an installed version of Word. However, some students are able to use an online version available at Microsoft.com, which will also work well for learners during class. In order to maximize class time for all students, please ensure your learner is signed into Word before class begins. I will be using a PC but can adjust my instructions for Apple/Mac users.

Topics covered will include:
•	Copying and Pasting
•	Margins
•	Grammar and Spell Check
•	Bullets, Outlines, and Number Lists
•	Formatting--Fonts, Sizes, Colors
•	Inserting Graphics
•	Inserting Headers, Footers and Page Numbers
•	Inserting Citations

Troubleshooting during class:
Occasionally, learners may need additional help in completing a task in Word. I am able to give students the ability to share their screen so that I can see exactly what they are looking at. Usually, this works very well, and I am able to talk them through the task. (This will not work if the learner is using Word on a separate device than their Outschool class.) If the learner is still not able to complete the task, I am able to explain how they can grant me remote access so that I can complete the task for them. This allows us to move and cover all material in the class. If the learner is not able to grant remote access, I will ask they skip the step we are troubleshooting, and we will move on. At the end of class, I will revisit the skipped step and further troubleshoot with the learner.