Microsoft Office 2013: Introductory

by Misty E. Vermaat

Overview

Introduce your students to the latest that Microsoft Office has to offer with the new generation of Shelly Cashman Series books! For the past three decades, the Shelly Cashman Series has effectively introduced computer skills to millions of students. With Microsoft Office 2013, we're continuing our history of innovation by enhancing our proven pedagogy to reflect the learning styles of today's students. In this text you'll find features that are specifically designed to engage students, improve retention, and prepare them for future success. Our trademark step-by-step, screen-by-screen approach now encourages students to expand their understanding of Microsoft Office 2013 software through experimentation, critical thought, and personalization. With these enhancements and more, the Shelly Cashman Series continues to deliver the most effective educational materials for you and your students.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781285166056
Publisher:	Cengage Learning
Publication date:	05/28/2013
Series:	Shelly Cashman Series
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	1200
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 10.90(h) x 1.60(d)

About the Author

Misty E. Vermaat has more than 25 years of experience in the field of computer and information technology. Along with consulting in the field, she was an Associate Professor at Purdue University Calumet, teaching or developing Microsoft Office, computer concepts, database management, systems analysis and design, and programming courses. Since 1990, Misty has led the development of, written, and co-authored numerous textbooks for the Shelly Cashman Series, including many editions of Discovering Computers, Discovering Computers Fundamentals, and Microsoft Word books.

Table of Contents

Introduction to Technology. Office 2013 and Windows 8: Essential Concepts and Skills. Office 365 Essentials. Microsoft Word 2013. 1. Creating, Formatting, and Editing a Word Document with a Picture. 2. Creating a Research Paper with References and Sources. 3. Creating a Business Letter with a Letterhead and Table. Microsoft PowerPoint 2013. 1. Creating and Editing a Presentation with Pictures. 2. Enhancing a Presentation with Pictures, Shapes, and WordArt. 3. Reusing a Presentation and Adding Media and Animation. Microsoft Excel 2013. 1. Creating a Worksheet and a Chart. 2. Formulas, Functions, and Formatting. 3. Working with Large Worksheets, Charting, and What-If Analysis. Microsoft Access© 2013. 1. Databases and Database Objects: An Introduction. 2. Querying a Database. 3. Maintaining a Database. Microsoft Outlook 2013. 1. Managing Email Messages with Outlook. 2. Managing Calendars with Outlook. Capstone Projects. Index. Quick Reference. Important Notes for Windows 7 Users.