Publishing+Suite

Essential Questions- Word Processing, Data/Spreadsheets, Presentation Software

 * Word Processing**

1. How can a basic table be used to organize information? 2. What features can be applied to a table? 3. What is the format to follow when creating a report?  4. What are some ways to format various letter types? 5. How can students customize a pre-formatted document template? 6. How can digital images be used to enhance a document? 7. How can tables, charts and graphs to be used to efficiently display data? 8. What tools can be used to graphically organize information?


 * Data Spreadsheets**

1. How can students use spreadsheets to efficiently manage/sort text & data? 2. How can students extract information from a spreadsheet? 3. What are some basic functions found in a spreadsheet program? 4. How can a spreadsheet be formatted to make the information more readable? 5. How can students choose the most effective application for manipulating and/or displaying data? 6. How to choose the correct graphic chart to display data.


 * Presentation Software**

1. How can students use presentation software as a tool to demonstrate what they have learned? 2. What are the elements of an effective slide show? 3. How can the effective use of special effects, animations, transitions, etc. be used to enhance a project? 4. What are some free digital resources that can be utilized? 5. How does fair use, creative commons, and copyright affect a project? 6. How do statements need to be worded for a presentation? 7. How can students choose the most effective presentation software?

Essential Understanding

 * Word Processing**

1. Tables can be used to organize information. 2. Basic formatting features. 3. MLA style format. 4. Parts of a letter. 4a.The differences/similarities between business and personal letter. 5. Programs include pre-designed, customizable, templates. 6. Placement/arrangement of basic table parts 7. Information can be arranged graphically to improve recall and organization (Freemind, outline, inspiration )

Entering, sorting, formatting and organization of data. How to filter and export data. Auto Sum function and other basic functions. Utilization of color, shading and grid lines Different applications are better suited for specific outcomes Different graphs are better suited for specific outcomes
 * Data Spreadsheets**

Effective elements of a quality presentation Utilizing 7 by 7 rule, graphics, word choice and effects Know where to find quality digital resources Understanding the implications of fair use, creative commons and copyright relating to individual presentations Different presentation softwares are better suited for specific outcomes
 * Presentation Software**