CIS 1020 - Computer Essentials

Word

In this Word document that we edited for managers involved in the hiring process, we had to do many things from Applying different styles to titles, and text, to formatting paragraphs and inserting graphics and page numbers.  The original document was very plain, and wasn't organized very well, so through applying styles and organizing the topics and structure it made it much clearer to the reader.   

Excel

In this Excel document we needed to insert formulas, format the worksheet, and prepare royalty statements for other authors.  This could be used practically for many applications in work, school, and life.  It helped to understand formulas, formatting values, and formatting the worksheet.  

Powerpoint

This is my final project Powerpoint presentation, it is on the topic of Technology and some of its negative effects.  a full detailed study is located in the english general studies section under argument.  I used graphs, charts, clip art, sounds and pictures, and different animations on each slide.  This actually put what we learned into practical use for research i had done for another class.  

Reflection  

         Throughout the duration of this class I've learned many things, i thought i had understood most of the concepts in Word, Excel, and Powerpoint, but i learned a great deal of things to help improve and enhance my knowledge.  Many of the assignments i often found difficult, but as i practiced and read the material it began to be more clear.  Word and the basics of Windows 7 came easiest to me, the functionality of them were easy to understand.  On the other hand Excel was a small challenge, mostly with formulas, there are a lot of small details that need to go into them and one small mistake can ruin your whole document.  A lot of these things as well were new to me mostly because I've been using a Mac Computer for most of my college experience, the overall functionality is mostly the same but small details can make big differences. i now have a much better understanding of Windows7 and Microsoft 2010, i'll still continue to use my Mac, but this will help me in my work career, in further schooling, and life in general.  I do wish they would make an option for a Mac essentials as well as this class.