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Overview
Beskeen/Cram/Duffy/Wermers/Wilson's ILLUSTRATED MICROSOFT® 365® & OFFICE® INTRODUCTORY, FIRST EDITION, is newly updated with Microsoft 365 features and enhanced support for Mac users in introductory level modules. A concise, student-friendly approach uses a two-page layout enabling learners to focus on discrete Office skills as they complete module readings. Modules begin with an overview of the principles covered in the lesson while large, full-color images illustrate what students see on their computers. Module scenarios are based on data from market insights and mapped to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) objectives to engage students and reinforce the critical skills they need for academic and professional success. In addition, MindTap and updated SAM (Skills Assessment Manager) digital resources are available to guide additional study and maximize results.
- This text is updated to reflect Microsoft 365 features, including Accessibility Checker.
- New features for Excel include a new lesson on using dynamic array functions, including UNIQUE, FILTER, RANDARRAY, SEQUENCE, SORT, SORTBY, TRANSPOSE and information on spill ranges and using array formulas. There are also new clues on data types (geography, stocks, new data types) and on LET function.
- New features for PowerPoint include the new teamwork features of marking and highlighting changes made when collaborating with others to create a presentation. There is also coverage of a new live rehearsing experience that enables the user to rehearse their presentation and then receive a report with recommendations on how to improve their speaking performance.
- New features for Word include enhanced text prediction and accessibility features.
- New features for Access include completely updated projects implementing brand new case scenarios to ensure database mastery.
- Microsoft Teams coverage includes three digital modules available in MindTap, authored by Corinne Hoisington.
- This concise, student-friendly approach uses a proven two-page layout that allows you to work through an entire task without turning the page.
- Introductory Textbook Projects have been redesigned to ensure successful completion by Mac users for Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Embracing Change modules in MindTap help students navigate through Microsoft 365 continual software changes. Each module includes accessibility features, application-specific tips, a Microsoft ribbon and toolbar visual overview and review and discussion questions.
- This title is part of the Illustrated Office 365 Collection, giving you access to a complete digital library of content spanning Computer Concepts, Operating Systems (for Windows and Mac) and the Microsoft Office Suite -- all for one price including low-cost rental options. Learn more about Cengage Unlimited at https://www.cengage.com/unlimited.
- Module Learning Objectives are mapped to the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exam. Users of MindTap Collections and SAM will have access to exam preparation materials and the option to purchase a discounted MOS exam voucher.
- Students carefully examine the context for their projects, increasing the motivation to learn as students understand the “why” behind each step in the process.
- Each module begins with a brief overview of the principles covered while large, full-color screen images illustrate what you see on your computer.
Module 1: Creating Documents with Word.
Module 2: Editing and Formatting Documents.
Module 3: Formatting Text and Graphics.
Excel
Module 1: Getting Started with Excel.
Module 2: Formatting a Worksheet.
Module 3: Analyzing Data Using Formulas.
Module 4: Working with Charts.
Access
Module 1: Getting Started with Access.
Module 2: Building Tables and Relationships.
Module 3: Creating Queries.
Module 4: Working with Forms and Reports.
PowerPoint
Module 1: Creating a Presentation in PowerPoint.
Module 2: Modifying a Presentation.
Module 3: Inserting Objects into a Presentation.
Cengage provides a range of supplements that are updated in coordination with the main title selection. For more information about these supplements, contact your Learning Consultant.
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ISBN: 9780357882498