Computer Literacy for IC3, Unit 2 (2nd Ed.)
Using Productivity Software, Update to Office 2013 & Windows 8.1.1

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Written to provide all readers with an opportunity to learn and demonstrate computer and Internet literacy

Computer Literary for IC3 is written to align with a certification called Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3). This certification is for users who want to demonstrate the critical computer and Internet skills valued in today’s academic and professional environments. The Computer Literacy for IC3 text provides students with a broad understanding of the key components of computer literacy in order to prepare for the IC3 GS4 exam. The latest editions are written to the Global Standard 4 (GS4), the most current IC3 exam being offered.

This certification has 3 units. Each of these units is available as a separate Computer Literacy for IC3 text:

  • Unit 1:  Computing Fundamentals (computer concepts)
  • Unit 2:  Using Productivity Software
  • Unit 3:  Living Online (the Internet)
Unit 2: Using Productivity Software, Update to Office 2013 & Windows 8.1.1 covers productivity software based on Microsoft® Office 2013 and Windows 8.1.1, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases.

CH 1 Using Windows 8.1

CH 2 Creating a New Word Document and Inserting Graphics and Tables

CH 3 Formatting and Organizing Paragraphs and Documents

CH 4 Importing Text and Formatting a Newsletter

CH 5 Creating and Formatting a Worksheet

CH 6 Analyzing Financial Options Using Formulas and Functions

CH 7 Filtering, Sorting and Charting Data

CH 8 Creating a Presentation

CH 9 Enhancing a Presentation

CH 10 Creating a Customized Database

CH 11 Working with Collaborative Tools

 

Prepare students for the Global Standard 4 (GS4), the most current IC3 exam being offered

  • UPDATED: The new edition of Unit 2 is updated to provide training and examples on Microsoft Office 2013 and Windows 8.1.1 
  • NEW: A new chapter has been added on Microsoft Windows 8.1.1 to complement the Windows content offerings in the Unit 1 book.
  • UPDATED: The theme of the exercises for this edition has been updated to be service-oriented, focusing on community service scenarios.
  • Well-rounded Approach: Combined, all three units cover basic computer concepts, applications, and the Internet so that students gain a broad understanding of the key components of computer literacy.
  • Comprehensive Coverage of IC3 Objectives: Using all three units ensures that students are learning everything necessary to meet the IC3 requirements for the GS4 standards.
  • Skill-based, Hands-on Instruction: Within each hands-on tutorial, the material is clearly presented through numbered, bold, step-by-step instructions.
  • Extensive End-of-project Material: Skill Drills, Challenges, and Discovery Zones provide solid review and reinforcement of chapter/project material.
  • Discussion Topics: To help students think critically about the material, questions are posed on ethics, environmental impact, and social issues related to computing.
  • Learning Outcome Mapping: Students can navigate chapter content more efficiently and effectively with Learning Outcome Mapping, which also maps to the objectives of the IC3 certification.

 

Personalize learning

NEW: MyITLab® for IC3 is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program that truly engages students in learning. It helps students better prepare for class, quizzes, and exams–resulting