Professional, engaging, ready to use resources. PowerPoints, Worksheets, Crosswords
I have a varied background working in both education and the corporate world. I've held management roles, teaching roles and entrepreneurial ventures. I've been involved in adult education for the past two decades. My teaching areas are computing and workplace communication skills. I also have my CELTA and have experience teaching English as a second language. I love creating resources for all of the above.
Professional, engaging, ready to use resources. PowerPoints, Worksheets, Crosswords
I have a varied background working in both education and the corporate world. I've held management roles, teaching roles and entrepreneurial ventures. I've been involved in adult education for the past two decades. My teaching areas are computing and workplace communication skills. I also have my CELTA and have experience teaching English as a second language. I love creating resources for all of the above.
In this interactive activity you display the Powerpoint provided and learners review and take notes to identify areas of improvement. As the facilitator, you explain that Charlie Brown has just created a presentation and welcomes feedback before delivering to an audience. Tell students that they will be giving feedback at the end of the presentation. There job is to look at each slide and identify areas for improvement.
Ask them to write notes as they go for feedback at the end of the presentation.
This is an extremely useful activity that gets learners thinking about visual aspects of their own presentations. Each side has notes for the trainer to indicate the errors on the slide.
I have used this with many learners. It is an effective activity and generates a lot of good discussion.
This crossword puzzle with answers covers the key vocabulary that learners need to be exposed to when learning Microsoft Excel Charts.
I use this with my adult learning classes and they really enjoy completing this. It can be done in pairs or groups or individually. It generates useful discussion and is a lot of fun. This is a print and go activity.
The files are provided in both pdf and word format.
This resource can be used during a lesson with Excel Charts. It is useful to become familiar with different chart types and their application. The activities can be carried out individually, in pairs or in teams. It is always more fun to team up, as two heads are better than one and lots of discussion can be generated.
Files are available in both pdf and docx format for editing if required.
Preparation for Mix N Match Activity:
Print out the document named ‘Chart Type Activity Answers’
Laminate the sheets (optional)
Cut out all the segments
Learners now match up all three elements (Chart name, Description, Picture). This activity can be timed and completed in teams to add a competitive edge.
Other Activity Options:
Print out the document named ‘Chart Type Activity without Chart Type’. Learners will review the description and the pictorial view and name the Chart Type.
Print out the document named ‘Chart Type Activity without Description’. Hand out the cut outs of ‘Descriptions’. Learners place them in the appropriate slot.
Print out the document names ‘Chart Type Activity without Picture’. Hand out the cut outs of ‘Pictures’. Learners place them in the appropriate slot.
This resource contains a Table of the most used functions in Excel. It is separated by Core functions, Date Functions, Text Functions, and Lookup / Reference Functions.
It is set out attractively in a table, the column headings being: Function Name, Syntax and Description. It gives a quick reference to over 35 different functions.
It is available in a pdf and word document so that you can make any changes required.
This resource is for those that use Dropbox for file sharing and want to set it up on their iPad.
It contains a graphic easy to understand powerpoint presentation that takes you through the process step by step and a pdf file with extra notes.
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This resource contains a worksheet that can be printed out. It has a list of short cut keys pertaining to pivot tables and data management in Excel. The activity is a mix and match. Students are required to match the shortcut with the Description. The answer page is included as well as a blank sheet for further shortcut keys to be added.
I generally use this at the beginning of a lesson, once I’ve covered off a bit of general knowledge around pivot tables. I then encourage students to put these short cuts into practice during the session.
Included is a word document and a pdf file, so further editing is permitted. This activity can be carried out individually, in pairs, or groups to add a competitive edge.
This resource covers Tabs, Tables, Quick Parts, Graphics, Drawing tools, Short cut keys and practice exercises.
It is set out in an easy to follow format and in a Word document so that it can be easily edited if necessary to accommodate version changes.
I have used this as a basis for group training for a wide range of audiences and they have really appreciated the productivity skills contained within the training manual.
This 29 page e-book has been created for Business English Learners that want to improve their business communication skills. In particular those where English is a second language. Email communication is a vital skill to have and reflects on the professionalism of the sender.
There are practice exercises included that cover grammatical mistakes with answers.
Topics covered are:
The Subject Line
Don’t ‘Flame’ People
Levels of Formality to use in Emails
Formal vs Informal
Neutral / Standard
Greetings and Closings
The Body of the Message
Attachments
Proofreading is Vital
Common Mistakes for Learners of English
Spelling
A Costly Mistake
Summary
This resource is a step by step training manual with screen shots and exercises for learners to complete. Attached are exercises to complete. There is also a short cut keys summary at the back of the manual that is really handy to print out and keep by the computer for easy reference.
Introducing the ultimate Excel Crossword Puzzle, a must-have educational resource for every Excel computer training course! Engage your students in a fun and interactive way to learn as they develop their Excel vocabulary and skills.
Available in both print and digital formats, this crossword puzzle is designed to supplement your lessons and provide an enjoyable learning experience.
Why choose our Excel Crossword Puzzle?
Reinforce Excel Vocabulary: With over 18 carefully selected terms and concepts, this puzzle helps students solidify their understanding of essential Excel terminology. From formulas and functions to cell references and formatting options, every crucial aspect of Excel is covered.
Interactive Learning: This crossword puzzle encourages active participation and critical thinking. Students must recall and apply their knowledge while solving the clues, reinforcing their understanding of Excel concepts. It’s a great way to make learning enjoyable and memorable!
Printable and Digital Versions: We understand that every classroom has unique needs. That’s why we provide both printable and digital versions of the crossword puzzle. The printable version is perfect for in-class activities, homework assignments, or group work. The digital version can be shared with students via learning management systems or accessed individually on computers or tablets. Students type directly onto the pdf.
Comprehensive Answer Key: Along with the crossword puzzle, we provide a comprehensive answer key, saving you time and effort. You can quickly assess your students’ progress and provide them with immediate feedback, ensuring they grasp the Excel concepts accurately.
Don’t miss out on this incredible resource to enhance your Excel computer training lesson. Help your students master the vocabulary and concepts of Excel while having fun with our Excel Crossword Puzzle. Purchase the print and digital copies today and watch your students excel in their Excel skills!
This resource is for those new to creating Charts in Excel. There are step by step instructions within the training manual to learn how to create and modify bar charts and pie charts. It is a ready to go lesson that requires no further prep. This is a 2 hour lesson that has tasks for learners to complete.
Learning Objectives:
Create a simple bar chart with existing data.
Create a simple pie chart to show percentages
Modify bar and pie charts to enhance presentation and update details.
The files come in a word document that can be edited (if required for your audience) and also a pdf. There is an excel file that is an exercise file.
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This crossword puzzle with answers covers the key vocabulary that learners need to be exposed to when learning Microsoft Word. The resource also contains a printable worksheet that covers the Screen Elements of the software applications
I use this with my adult learning classes and they really enjoy completing this. It can be done in pairs or groups or individually. It generates useful discussion and is a lot of fun. This is a print and go activity.
It comes as both a pdf and word format file.
Are you teaching Microsoft Outlook and need a supplementary resource that will engage your students with the vocabulary required to learn this essential email software? Or is the network down and you need to have a fun activity that can be just a handout? We have you covered.
This crossword puzzle with answers covers the key vocabulary that learners need to be exposed to when learning Microsoft Outlook and it comes scaffolded with printable and digital options.
What you get - 5 separate pdfs:
A crossword handout that can be printed and filled in by writing on.
A crossword handout with a word bank that can be printed in filled in by writing on (scaffolded).
A digital crossword that can be typed on using any computer or device.
A digital crossword with a word bank that can be typed on using any computer or device.
An answer sheet.
Word Bank:
Attachment
Shouting
Flag
Spellcheck
Ribbon
QAT
Address book
Signature
Recurring
Quick Parts
Calendar
Email
Categories
Tasks
Notes
Reminder
I have also used this with my adult learning classes and they really enjoy completing this. It can be done in pairs or groups or individually. It generates useful discussion and is a lot of fun. This is a print and go, or digital activity. The files are provided as a pdf.
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Students love using Canva and this fun lesson will keep them engaged and busy whilst working on creating a Resume / CV. This is a no prep assignment. In this digital age, a well-designed CV is essential for standing out in the job market.
In this lesson, your students will learn how to create a professional-looking CV using Canva, a user-friendly graphic design platform. They will go through the process of selecting a template, customizing text, font, and images, and formatting their CV to showcase their skills and experience.
This lesson includes a grading rubric to evaluate their final product, making it an excellent assignment for your students to demonstrate their learning and skills.
By the end of the lesson, your students will have a high-quality CV that they can use to apply for jobs and internships. Suitable for high school and college students, this lesson is a great addition to any career development or digital literacy curriculum.
Just deliver the pdf with instructions, shortcuts keys and examples to them either electronically or by print. You will need an internet connect so that students can use the Free or Education account in Canva to complete this lesson.
If you have any questions about this resource please contact me at resourcecreator1@gmail.com.
Microsoft Word Tables is a 20 page step by step training manual with screen shots that will have yourself and/or your learners mastering tables in Microsoft Word in no time at all. This will add professionalism to worksheets, reports and other documentation. It is an essential skill.
It includes a Teacher Training Manual, a Student Training Manual and exercise files. It has 5 exercises at the end of the Manual for students to complete.
You are supplied with both Word format and pdf. In case you wish to edit the manuals for your own purposes.
This can be used for instructor led training and / or for students to work through on their own.
Canva is an excellent, free, design tool that can save us time and money. It makes sense to use this instead of paying for expensive designers.
This step by step guide addresses the problem of not being able to create a transparent background logo in Canva (without paying). When the background is white or doesn’t match your document, it ends up looking unprofessional.
Solution:
The logo is created in Canva.
Once created and saved, we use a separate website to make the white background transparent.
It can then be used for multiple documents with ease and have that professional look to it.
This is a training manual that can be used to teach yourself or others how to use Microsoft Publisher. It is a step by step guide with lots of graphics.
It is provided in editable format so that changes can be made if required.
There is also a keyboard shortcuts document that can be printed out for ease of use.
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This is a step by step training manual that is easy to read and understand. It comes with screen shots and exercises for students to carry out. There are also additional form letters and databases to practice with. I have used this in a two hour workshop.
This training manual covers Mail Merge, Styles, Headers and Footers, automated Table of Contents, Page Numbers and Indexes. Great for managing those long documents and reports.
The word file is editable and exercise files are also provided.
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These forms cover Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook as well as a basic users form. When planning computer training it is essential to have an idea of the skill level of participants. You can hand out or email these forms to learners before or during a session. They simply fill them out and return them. You can then use the information to split up groups into appropriate skill levels or just for general content planning for the session.
I have also included a Feedback form that can be used to hand out after the session. They are in Word format so that you can easily remove or add any of the skills.
I have used these for corporate groups and community groups successfully.