Week 6 & 7: All Session

Using Productivity Applications (Word Processing - Microsoft Word,

OpenOffice.org Writer):
General Introduction to Application Window:
1. When you open a word processing application like Microsoft Word or OpenOffice.org
Writer, you are presented with a document workspace.
2. The application window typically includes a menu bar, toolbar, document area, and various
sidebars or panels.
3. You can access various features and functions from the menus and toolbars, and the
document area is where you create and edit your content.

Creating, Saving, and Opening Documents:

1. To create a new document, go to "File" and select "New" or use the shortcut (e.g., Ctrl +
N).
2. To save your document, click "File" and choose "Save" or "Save As." Give your file a
name and choose a location.
3. To open an existing document, go to "File" and select "Open." Navigate to the file you
want to open.

Formatting, Editing Pages, Text, and Paragraphs:

1. Formatting includes changing font type, size, color, and style, as well as adjusting
paragraph alignment, line spacing, and margins.
2. You can use the toolbar or menu options to format text, paragraphs, and pages.

Adding Pictures on Pages (Clipart and from File):

1. To insert clipart, go to the "Insert" menu and choose "Picture" or "Clipart." Select an image
from the available options.
2. To insert pictures from a file, go to "Insert," choose "Picture," and then navigate to the
image file on your computer.

Working with Tables, Charts, and Graphs:

Tables: You can create and format tables to organize data in rows and columns using the "Table"
menu or toolbar.
Charts and Graphs: You can insert charts and graphs to visualize data using the "Insert" menu,
and then choose the chart type.

Print Preferences, Print Properties, and Printing a Document:

1. To set print preferences, go to "File" and select "Print." Configure settings such as paper
size, orientation, and page range.
 2. Print properties allow you to adjust printer-specific settings like quality, paper source, and
color options.
3. To print your document, click "File" and choose "Print." Ensure your printer is selected
and click "Print."

Using Preset and Advanced Features:

1. Word processing applications offer preset templates for various document types, like
resumes, brochures, and newsletters.
2. Advanced features may include mail merge, macros, and custom styles to enhance
document creation.

Using Word Processing to Create Classroom Instruction Documents and

Motivational Tools:
Diagrams:
 Create diagrams and flowcharts using drawing tools to visually represent concepts and
processes in an engaging manner.
 Utilize various shapes, colors, and labels to enhance the clarity and educational value of
the diagrams.
 Incorporate diagrams into lesson materials, presentations, or handouts to aid in student
understanding.

Lesson Plans:
 Develop detailed lesson plans that include clear objectives, instructional activities, and
assessments to guide effective teaching.
 Utilize formatting features such as bullet points, numbering, and headings for an organized
and structured layout.
 Include multimedia elements, such as images or hyperlinks, to enrich the content and
support diverse learning styles.

Worksheets:
 Design interactive worksheets with a variety of question types, including multiple-choice,
short-answer, and problem-solving exercises.
 Ensure the layout is student-friendly, with sufficient space for responses and clear
instructions.
 Incorporate visual elements to make the worksheets visually appealing and conducive to
effective learning.

Flashcards:
 Generate flashcards containing questions on one side and answers on the other to facilitate
effective self-paced learning.
  Utilize bold fonts and visuals to make key information stand out.
 Organize flashcards by topic or theme to aid in targeted review sessions for students.

Brochures:
 Craft informative brochures for school events, showcasing schedules, speakers, and key
details.
 Design brochures for subject materials, summarizing essential information in an accessible
and visually appealing format.
 Include engaging visuals, infographics, and concise text to captivate the reader's attention.

Newsletters:
 Create newsletters to communicate important information with students, parents, or
colleagues.
 Incorporate a mix of text, images, and updates on events, achievements, and upcoming
activities.
 Use a consistent and visually appealing layout to enhance readability and convey a
professional image.

Certificates:
 Design certificates to recognize and motivate student achievements, whether academic,
behavioral, or extracurricular.
 Customize certificates with the student's name, achievement details, and a school or class
logo.
 Consider using different colors or themes to distinguish various types of achievements and
make the certificates memorable.
 These additional details provide insights into how to effectively implement each tool for
classroom instruction and motivation using word processing applications.