Office Productivity Software and Windows Fundamentals (Coursera)

Offered by SkillUp EdTech,
Office Productivity Software and Windows Fundamentals (Coursera)

As the most used operating system in the world, Windows skills are crucial in today’s workplace. Knowledge of Windows and office productivity software is highly valued and makes you a desirable job candidate. In this mini-course, you will learn about fundamental Windows functions as well as the basics of office productivity software. You will go over file and folder management, app installation, the Control Panel, useful Windows apps, screenshots, and Windows tips and shortcuts.

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Throughout this short course, you will complete numerous hands-on labs to gain practical experience. At the end of the course, you will take a graded assessment to demonstrate your knowledge of Windows.
This course is designed for beginners who want to get started with the basics of Windows and office productivity software application suites such as Microsoft Office. It is appropriate for those looking to level up their skills and work more productively and efficiently. Completion of this course will prepare you to work with Windows in an office setting.
This mini-course is one of a series of courses aimed at helping learners become more proficient in using office productivity applications.
This course is part of the SkillUp EdTech Office Productivity Software Specialization.

What you'll learn

  • Explain how to use key Windows features such as the Desktop, Start menu, File Explorer, Windows Search, and the Recycle Bin
  • Describe the options for office productivity software and how to choose which one to use
  • Explain different Windows applications, how to install them, and their unique features
  • Create and use keyboard and desktop shortcuts to work more efficiently

Syllabus

Windows Fundamentals
Module 1
As the most used operating system in the world, Windows skills are crucial in today’s workplace. Knowledge of Windows is highly valued and makes you a desirable job candidate. In this module, you will learn about fundamental Windows functions. You will go over file and folder management, app installation, the Control Panel, useful Windows apps, capturing screenshots, and Windows tips and shortcuts.

Office Productivity Software
Module 2
As the most popular office productivity application suite, Office skills are crucial in today’s workplace. Knowledge of office productivity software is highly valued and makes you a desirable job candidate. In this module, you will learn about the basics of office productivity software. You will cover the different categories and vendors of office productivity applications, and learn how to decide between the different available office production applications.

Course Summary & Assessment
Module 3
In this module, you will get a summary of the course and information on the next steps to take, and you will be tested on your knowledge of the topics covered in this course through a graded multiple-choice quiz.

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