Introduction

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word is a word processing and document layout program that has plenty of helpful tools to create assignments, templates, print and digital documents, posters, and more.
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Microsoft Word

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What is Microsoft Word?

Microsoft Word is a word processing and document layout program that has plenty of helpful tools to create assignments, templates, print and digital documents, posters, and more. Word is part of the Microsoft Office 365 package and can be easily accessed from your desktop, smartphone, or tablet. It can be used online or offline. [More Information]

Ease of Use:

Beginner

Set Up Time:

5 mins

Best Used For:

Word processing, note-taking, print or digital document layout.

Why use Microsoft Word?

Microsoft Word is easy to navigate and is one of the most popular and well-known word processor programs. Faculty are able to write assignment details or project outlines in Word and can share with other faculty by email or by simply uploading the document into Moodle for student access.

Microsoft’s website also has an Educator Community that allows faculty to connect and collaborate with other educators around the world. You can also participate in lessons and training to earn certificates and badges. [More Information]

How to use Microsoft Word

Access Word on Your Computer

Microsoft Word is part of the Microsoft Office 2016 Suite available on all computers at Cambrian College. To find it, search for “Microsoft Word” in your Windows or Mac Search Box.

To have Microsoft Office installed on your personal computer, follow these instructions. You can contact the IT Help Desk for assistance.

Getting Started

Video Instructions:

Step-by-step Text Instructions:

Templates:

Write and Edit

Step-by-step Text & Video Instructions:

Format Text

Step-by-step Text & Video Instructions:

Layout Pages

Step-by-step Text & Video Instructions:

Insert Tables, Pictures and Watermarks

Step-by-step Text & Video Instructions:

Save and Print

Step-by-step Text & Video Instructions:

Share and Co-author

Step-by-step Text & Video Instructions:

Use Word for School

Step-by-step Text & Video Instructions:

Improve Accessibility and Ease of Use

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Need Help?

Contact the Hub team today if you need assistance with this program or visit the Teaching & Learning Innovation Hub in room 1271 at Cambrian College.