has anyone been on a Microsoft word course?

Question

my work is sending me on a microsort word course.on the 8/8/07.and i do not know next to nothing about computers. let a lone microsort word.has anyone been on one.and if so how was it.and what happens.would be very greatful for all your help
because i have just started this job[facilities assistant].and this is the first of many courses they are sending me on.and they will review how i got on in work and on the courses.in 6 months
so my job depends on ythese courses.and how good i do.
can not a fford to lose my job.because i was out of work for a long time.so please no silly answers.

Answer 1

I have taken a word course in college.
and I think you should not worry about it.
if you follow all the steps in your textbook, you will have no problem at all. for example, on your exam or test, you will be asked to do things like bold a word or change its font size, or add a table in it.

Answer 2

Yes i've been on this course. Personally i didn't find it very useful since I was already adept in the region. However the course is designed for a vast range of skill levels. Most courses will start off at a very basic level, building the foundation skills of using a computer (mouse skills, keyboard skills), and then slowly break into the meat of the course.

Even if you find the course challenging, you should have support available to guide you through.

The tests themselves comprise of a practical assignment. After you have finished the course, you will simply have to reapply your knowledge under test conditions.

If you are unfamiliar with the Microsoft word environment completely, i suggest putting the knowledge you learn to practical use when at home, this way you will actively learn the different tasks you can perform using word.

Answer 3

Hopefully, you will get a good instructor who issues handouts and an agenda. Pay close attention in class and when you get home, repeat the examples and keep in a file for your personal information. This will serve two purposes -- it will reinforce what you have learned, and give you somewhere to go if you need a refresher.

If this job is as important to you as you say, you will also go to www.amazon.com and get a few books. I bought many used books there at great prices. All so far are new or like new. You will find different authors teach different things or the same thing in a different way. It helped me tremendously in understanding what I was doing.

Answer 4

I haven't been on one, but many programs like these help. If you know nothing about computers or programs, workshops are very helpful. My teacher took one for WIndows Movie Maker and she learned a whole lot and applied the knowledge to other programs.

Since it sounds like your job depends on your computer knowledge, you can ask me questions if you would like. Email me if you need any help on anything dealing with a computer. I love to help people learn more about computers. I also explain in actual english. :D

In the mean time, before the workshop, go to your library and pick out several computer books. The 'For Dummies' books are funny and help you learn. Try them out. Preferably get one about Word and Powerpoint. (Remember to get the books for the right versions. If you are using Word 2000, get a book about Word 2000 otherwise they won't make any sense. Versions 2000 and 2007 and waaay different).
After that, try getting some help in Excel and Paint. Those 4 programs are used very often and provide a basis for 75% of common programs.

If you have the time, take a typing course. Stick to it! It is very boring I will admit but now I can type quickly and accurately. It is very worth it. Also, employers like people that can type fast because that saves time and money for both parties. Many jobs require knowing blind accuarate typing. Try to take a typing course after learning word.

You won't regret it.

Answer 5

Hi there,
I am involved at a centre that provides many computer courses, one of which is Microsoft Word. We teach people of varying ages and abilities. One of the advantages of a course like this is that we teach you to use the built in tools that assist in composition, spelling and grammar. You will obviously benefit from such tools and before you know it you will become proficient in Word and no doubt many other aspects of the Microsoft range of software.

Best of luck with your courses.

Graham

Answer 6

don't worry you seem to have grasped the art of Internet, Microsoft is a straight forward system to use and when explained it will become very enjoyable just relax and do things in your stride. Good luck with your course

Answer 7

I took a work course my sophomore year in high school..its pretty basic stuff u learn about using word templates,the tool bar how to edit text and stuff like that..good luck :-)

Answer 8

Yes. I have much experience of MS Word. I was becoming a computer lecturer until a heroin addict saw to it that I'll never work again. If you want any help, just email me.

Answer 9

I am also going to be doing an advanced course, and ecdl which also covers Microsoft word!
All you will be doing is things that they say, they will show you how to use it efficiently. Like, how to add a border, how to change fonts. etc
Very easy

Answer 10

Microsoft Word is the easiest of all computer programs. it is simply word processing.