Over the years, I've danced the dance with many Microsoft applications, some more successfully than others. The most frequently used has to be Word, due to the need to produce assignments for university over the years. Initially, I just used the basic features such as underline, centre text, and insert picture, but as my confidence grew, I began to explore many other features. I mastered the art of inserting charts, hyperlinks, and other visual elements, and began to produce pieces of work which looked far more professional than my initial efforts.
The latest gadget I've discovered on Word is the referencing tool, and I have to say that this will become my new best friend. The ease with which I will be able to properly reference my writing is a revelation, and will save me countless hours. You can find a guide here.
I have also used Excel to complete specific modules during my degree, in particular the Accounting modules and some of the ICT assignments. My experience with Excel is by no means extensive, but I am able to produce and manipulate basic spreadsheets to a reasonable standard.
The other applications I have used regularly are Powerpoint and Publisher. Powerpoint has long been the go-to application for presentations, and I used it frequently during my degree. Training to become a teacher, and understanding the importance of engaging the students has made me reassess my relationship with Powerpoint. I think I now need to try and take it to the next level, and start learning how to make my presentations more interactive and innovative. There has already been some useful tools and tips from Mandy on how to do this, which I hope to be able to incorporate into my lesson planning.
Publisher creates flyers, leaflets, and other such documents from preloaded templates, which can then be adapted and personalised to suit the user. I used this in my last job to produce staff booklets for the internal training course I was delivering, but I would not say I was proficient, merely competent.
The other applications I have used regularly are Powerpoint and Publisher. Powerpoint has long been the go-to application for presentations, and I used it frequently during my degree. Training to become a teacher, and understanding the importance of engaging the students has made me reassess my relationship with Powerpoint. I think I now need to try and take it to the next level, and start learning how to make my presentations more interactive and innovative. There has already been some useful tools and tips from Mandy on how to do this, which I hope to be able to incorporate into my lesson planning.
Publisher creates flyers, leaflets, and other such documents from preloaded templates, which can then be adapted and personalised to suit the user. I used this in my last job to produce staff booklets for the internal training course I was delivering, but I would not say I was proficient, merely competent.
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