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International MindTap Instant Access for Beskeen/Cram/Duffy/Friedrichsen's Illustrated Series® Collection, Microsoft® 365® & Office® 2021, 1st Edition

David Beskeen, Carol Cram, Jennifer Duffy, Lisa Friedrichsen

  • Copyright 2023
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International MindTap Instant Access for Beskeen/Cram/Duffy/Friedrichsen's Illustrated Series® Collection, Microsoft® 365® & Office® 2021 1st Edition by David Beskeen/Carol Cram/Jennifer Duffy/Lisa Friedrichsen
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Overview

International MindTap Instant Access for International MindTap Instant Access for Beskeen/Cram/Duffy/Friedrichsen's Illustrated Series® Collection, Microsoft® 365® & Office® 2021, is the digital learning solution that powers students from memorization to mastery. It gives you complete control of your course--to provide engaging content, to challenge every individual, and to build their confidence. Empower students to accelerate their progress with MindTap. MindTap: Powered by You.

MindTap gives you complete ownership of your content and learning experience. Customize the interactive syllabi, emphasize the most important topics, and add your own material or notes in the eBook.

All online text media materials accessible through this access code are available in EMEA, Latin America, Asia, and India only.

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Meet the Authors

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David Beskeen

David W. Beskeen has authored or co-authored over 65 successful computer books since 1992, including more than 40 educational titles for Course Technology and Cengage. He has guided readers in mastering PowerPoint®, Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, Outlook, Windows®, LiveMotion and other leading proprietary software packages. An expert in applied technology, Beskeen has extensive teaching and consulting experience in today's computer technology.

Carol Cram

Carol M. Cram is the author of more than 35 textbooks on computer applications, business communications and Internet-related subjects. Ms. Cram was also a long-time faculty member at Capilano College in North Vancouver, where she served as the Convenor of the Executive Support Program and the Program Consultant for Business and Computers in Continuing Education as well as instructor of business and computer-related courses.

Jennifer Duffy

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Lisa Friedrichsen

Lisa Friedrichsen is a professor at Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, Kansas, where she teaches database and web development classes. She also has written several prominent Access, Office and web-related textbooks. Friedrichsen spent a decade at IBM Corp. before becoming a consultant, author and college professor. Combining her extensive industry experience with her passion for teaching, she creates clear, practical presentations. She earned a B.S. in engineering from Iowa State University and an MBA from Drake University.

What's New

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  • Microsoft Teams coverage is now expanded to include three digital modules available in MindTap, authored by Corinne Hoisington.
  • Thoroughly updated coverage reflects Microsoft 365 and Office 2021 features including the new modern commenting experience that enables the user to display comments in contextual view or in the Comments pane. Other feature updates include the Immersive Reader in Word, XLOOKUP, PowerBI and the Analyze Data button in Excel, along with Microsoft's updated search feature and Backstage view.
  • Introductory Textbook Projects have been redesigned to ensure successful completion by Mac users.
  • New Embracing Change modules in MindTap help students successfully navigate through Microsoft 365 continual software changes. Each module includes accessibility features, application-specific tips, a Microsoft ribbon and toolbar visual overview, plus review and discussion questions.

Features

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  • The Illustrated Series' concise, user-friendly approach to learning Microsoft Office uses a proven two-page layout that enables students to focus on discrete Office skills as they complete the module reading.
  • Part of the Illustrated Microsoft Office 365 Collection, this title provides access to a complete digital library of content spanning computer concepts, operating systems (for Windows and Mac) and the Microsoft Office Suite -- all for one price including low-cost rental options. Learn more about Cengage Unlimited at cengage.com/unlimited.
  • Helping learners maximize their study time, Module Learning Objectives are mapped to the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exam. Users of MindTap Collections and SAM also have access to exam preparation materials and the option to purchase a discounted MOS exam voucher.
  • By carefully examining the context for their projects, students understand the "why" behind each step in the process, which increases their motivation to learn.
  • Quick tips offer just-in-time assistance for readers as they work through their project steps.

Table of Contents

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COURSE ORIENTATION
1. Getting to Know Office Versions
2. Introduction to MindTap & SAM
3.Using SAM Projects and Textbook Projects
4. Getting Started with File Management
5.Getting Started with Microsoft OneNote
6. Getting Started with Microsoft Office Online and OneDrive
7. Getting Started with Microsoft Teams
8. Getting Started with Office for Mac
9. Embracing Change in Technology

TECHNOLOGY FOR SUCCESS: COMPUTER CONCEPTS
1. Module 1: Impact of Digital Technology
2. Module 2: The Web
3. Module 3: Computer Hardware
4. Module 4: Operating Systems and File Management
5. Module 5: Software and Apps
6. Module 6: Security and Safety
7. Module 7: Digital Media
8. Module 8: Program and App Use and Development
9. Module 9: Web Development
10. Module 10: Networking
11. Module 11: Digital Communication
12. Module 12: Digital Transformation: Cloud, eCommerce and AI
13. Module 13: Databases
14. Module 14: Digital Ethics and Lifestyle

OPERATING SYSTEMS (FROM THE SHELLY CASHMAN SERIES)
1. Module 1: Introduction to Windows
2. Module 2: Working with the Windows Desktop
3. Module 3: File and Folder Management
4. Module 4: Personalizing you Work Environment
5. Module 5: Advanced Personalization and Customization
6. Module 6: Advanced Searching Techniques
7. Module 7: Microsoft Edge
8. Module 8: Mastering Digital Media
9. Module 9: Understanding Security, Networking and Utilities
10. Module 10: Getting Started with Mac OS

MICROSOFT TEAMS
1. Module 1: Introduction to Teams
2. Module 2: Making Meetings More Productive
3. Module 3: Build an Effective Work Team

MICROSOFT WORD
Introduction to Microsoft Word for Mac
Embracing Change in Word
1. Module 1: Creating Documents with Word
2. Module 2: Editing and Formatting Documents
3. Module 3: Formatting Text and Graphics
4. Module 4: Formatting Tables and Documents
5. Module 5: Working with Styles, Themes, and Building Blocks
6. Module 6: Merging Word Documents
7. Module 7: Illustrating Documents with Graphics
8. Module 8: Integrating with Other Programs and Collaborating
9. Module 9: Developing Multi-Page Documents
10. Module 10: Building Forms
11. Module 11: Automating and Customizing Word

MICROSOFT EXCEL
Introduction to Microsoft Excel for Mac
Embracing Change in Excel
1. Module 1: Getting Started with Excel
2. Module 2: Formatting a Worksheet
3. Module 3: Analyzing Data Using Formulas
4. Module 4: Working with Charts
5. Module 5: Working with Tables
6. Module 6: Managing Workbook Data
7. Module 7: Working with Images and Integrating with Other Programs
8. Module 8: Analyzing Data with PivotTables
9. Module 9: Automating Worksheet Tasks
10. Module 10: Advanced Worksheet Management
11. Module 11: Advanced Formulas and Functions
12. Module 12: Performing What-if Analysis

MICROSOFT ACCESS
Embracing Change in Access
1. Module 1: Getting Started with Access
2. Module 2: Building Tables and Relationships
3. Module 3: Creating Queries
4. Module 4: Working with Forms and Reports
5. Module 5: Improving Tables and Creating Advanced Queries
6. Module 6: Creating Forms
7. Module 7: Creating Reports
8. Module 8: Importing and Exporting Data
9. Module 9: Creating Action Queries
10. Module 10: Creating Macros
11. Module 11: Creating Modules and VBA
12. Module 12: Completing the Application

POWERPOINT
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint for Mac
Embracing Change in PowerPoint
1. Module 1: Creating a Presentation in PowerPoint
2. Module 2: Modifying a Presentation
3. Module 3: Inserting Objects into a Presentation
4. Module 4: Formatting Slide Masters and Backgrounds
5. Module 5: Working with Advanced Tools
6. Module 6: Enhancing Charts and Tables
7. Module 7: Inserting Graphics, Media, and Objects
8. Module 8: Delivering Presentations

INTEGRATION
1. Module 1: Integrating Word and Excel
2. Module 2: Integrating Word, Excel, and Access
3. Module 3: Integrating Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
4. Module 4: Integrating Word and Excel
5. Module 5: Integrating Word, Excel, and Access
6. Module 6: Integrating Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

MICROSOFT OUTLOOK (FROM THE SHELLY CASHMAN SERIES)
1. Module 1: Managing Email Messages with Outlook
2. Module 2: Managing Calendars with Outlook
3. Module 3: Managing Contacts and Personal Contact Information with Outlook
4. Module 4: Creating and Managing Tasks with Outlook
5. Module 5: Customizing Outlook

CAREER READINESS
Using Resume Assistant Powered by LinkedIn
Building an Online Portfolio using PathBrite
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification Resources

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  • ISBN-10: 0357891635
  • ISBN-13: 9780357891636
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