Computer Skills for The Real World (SP21.22)

36 Module Easy-to-Use Self-Paced Open-And-Go Microsoft Office Class

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Would you like your middle or high school student to be more prepared for creating research papers as well as other school assignments? Or, how about being more prepared with using software for the business world? Would you like them to be able to walk into the workforce comfortable using Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint as well as the most popular software program used in business today...Microsoft Excel?

Did you know that no matter what path your high school student takes...college, office position, or production job...they will need to be familiar with using these products? It's true! Almost all jobs today require some kind of knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Would you like a 36-week/36-module (180 lessons) full-academic-year online class that teaches students how to use these Microsoft Office products? Would you like them to be able to do the class at their pace and completely on their own? If this sounds like the class you're looking for, you've come to the right place.

Class Includes:

  • 36 weeks/modules of daily eLearning videos and activities
  • Easy to follow video lessons
  • Downloadable Assignment / Study Guide Workbooks
  • Downloadable by module eBook chapter (by end of the course is full-course manual as an easy reference guide)
  • Downloadable study guide answer pages
  • Online automatically graded quizzes and tests


How Is Course Content Delivered?

Each week, the students will have:

  • Assignment/Homework Guide
  • Study Guide
  • Study Guide Answers
  • Module eBook Chapter
  • Videos Over Module Content
  • Module Activities

Five assignments for each of the 36 modules are provided. That's 180 daily lessons. Students simply follow the assignment pages and they are walked through the module's activities. Too many daily assignments, no worries! This is YOUR class. Complete the program as you see appropriate for your child.

Once enrolled, students will have immediate access to the program. The first module in the course teaches parents and students how to get the most out of the program. In this module, you'll learn:

  • How to access and download assignments, study guides, study guide answers, module eBook chapters, activities, and more.

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How Many Weeks Does The Course Run?

Since this is a self-paced course, that's up to you...the homeschool parent. The course was designed to run 36 weeks, basically a full-academic year, but you can opt to have your child attend the class for a longer or shorter period of time. You can even select which modules you want them to attend and which ones to omit. But...that's not required! You can simply have your child do the entire class and watch their activity as they progress through the program. It was designed to be simple and easy to use, requiring little to no parent participation.

How Many Credits Is The Class Worth?

The class is designed to be a full academic year program, and as the parent, you can determine the number of credits your child is to receive.

What Specifically Will The Students Learn?

Students will learn computer skills used in today’s businesses. Here's a light overview of what's covered in the course.

  • History of computers and social media
  • Email do's and don'ts
  • How to use Windows® File Explorer®
  • How to use Microsoft® Outlook® email
  • How to use Microsoft® Excel®
  • How to use Microsoft® Word®
  • How to use Microsoft® PowerPoint®
  • & More

Students will learn how to place data and information into spreadsheets; create basic formulas; format data create professional-looking worksheets, presentations, and documents; create charts; tools for research papers, and more. Students will also be introduced to business Internet usage expectations, email basics, and email do’s and don’ts.

*** A detailed course outline is provided in lesson three of this page's preview program. Please note, course content may not take place in the order in which it's listed on the course outline.


What Version Of Microsoft Office Will Be Used?

This class is specifically for PCs using Microsoft Windows. The instructor will be using Microsoft Office 2016. However, for student success, it is recommended students use the same version or higher, but those with any version of Microsoft Office 2007 and above will work. Please note, Microsoft Office for the Mac may be slightly different than what is taught in this class, but the overall program will address functionality for both Windows-based & Mac computers.

How Long Do Students Have Access To The Overall Program?

Students have 18 months of access to all the features of this eLearning program.

What Happens If My Child Gets Behind In The Class?

This a self-paced program, and parents can determine the pace the student should approach the class.

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Your Instructor


Susan Hale (HSM)
Susan Hale (HSM)

Susan Hale is an award-winning educator, former Corporate America professional trainer, and now homeschooling mom who focuses on providing easy-to-use, professional-looking homeschool record-keeping and transcript tools as well as numerous online interactive self-paced courses.

Susan has a passion for organization and a knack for breaking down big tasks into small, manageable steps that allows her to help reduce the busyness of today’s homeschool families. She offers several online computer software, leadership, and business skill classes that target independent-learning in a fun and interactive manner with a goal to ease the need for a parent-taught curriculum.

Susan and her husband of twenty-eight years have three children and are passionate about homeschooling. They live in the south surrounded by family and the wonderful smell of sea air.


Course Curriculum


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  Module 10: Excel Absolute & Relative Formulas & Module 5 Through 10 Review
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  Module 26: Printing & Checking Spelling Accuracy in Microsoft PowerPoint
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  Knowledge Assessment (Test): Modules 27-35
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  BONUS CONTENT Module 37: Toolbox
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The first module of the course becomes available immediately upon purchase. Then, each week, for a total of 36 weeks, a new module is released. The course is designed for students to complete a module each week. However, this is a self-paced course, and parents can determine the pace at which their child will approach the released modules. And...there's a perk to this program! If your child needs more time to complete the program outside of the 36 weeks, no problem! Your student receives 18 months of access to this course.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does 18 months of access sound? That's 18 months of access across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

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