Online Class: Google Docs

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15

Lessons
16

Exams &
Assignments
1,915

Students
have taken this course
6

Hours
average time
0.6

CEUs

Course Description

Google Docs is a word processing app that is Google's answer to Microsoft Word. Because Google Docs can be accessed on any device for which you have Internet access, it makes it more convenient for users. That said, Google Docs does not contain all the features that you would find in Microsoft Word. Instead, it is a basic word processing program that leaves out the glam, but includes all the features you need to create professional documents.

This course will teach you how to access and use Google Docs, starting with the basics before working its way into the more advanced features. It also includes instructions for setting up a Google account, as well as using Google Drive for saved files.

In this course, you'll learn how to...

Create new documents from scratch, as well as from templates
Open existing documents from Google Docs, as well as other word processing programs
Navigate both the desktop and mobile versions of Google Docs
Format text, paragraphs, and pages
Insert, format, and edit images and graphics
Share and collaborate on documents with other users
Publish documents to the web
Print documents
Install add-ons to give Google Docs even more function and features
And more

You do not need previous experience with word processing programs or Google to succeed with this course. With clear and concise step-by-step directions, beautifully illustrated lessons with screenshots, and HD Video tutorials, this Google Docs online course will teach you everything you need to know to become a Google Docs power user.

Completely Online

Self-Paced

Printable Lessons

Full HD Video

6 Months to Complete

24/7 Availability

Start Anytime

PC & Mac Compatible

Android & iOS Friendly

Accredited CEUs

Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Course Lessons

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Lesson 1: Introduction to Google Docs

This course was developed to teach you how to access and use Google Docs, starting with the basics before working its way into the more advanced features. 9 Total Points

Lesson 1 Video
Review Article: What can you do with Docs?
Take Survey: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete: Lesson 1 Quiz

Lesson 2: Navigating Google Docs

In this lesson, we are going to discuss how to start using Google Docs. We will talk about navigating Google docs on both a computer an Android device, then get started opening and importing files into the app. 10 Total Points

Lesson 2 Video
Review 3 Articles: 8 Google Docs Tips You May Not Have Known About; Add in Search and Navigate Google Docs; Google Docs Help Forum
Review Video: Navigating Google Docs Home Screen
Complete: Lesson 2 Quiz

Lesson 3: Getting Started in Google Docs

This lesson will demonstrate how to open a blank document or template when you have an existing document already open. 10 Total Points

Lesson 3 Video
Review 3 Articles: Create a file from a template; How do I find templates in Google Drive?; Google docs Help Forum
Complete: Lesson 3 Quiz

Lesson 4: Working with Text in Google Docs

In this lesson students will learn how to enter and format text to create effective and attractive documents while using the app. 10 Total Points

Lesson 4 Video
Review 2 Articles: Type with your voice; Keyboard shortcuts for Google Docs
Review Video: How To Wrap Text Around An Image In Google Docs
Complete: Lesson 4 Quiz

Lesson 5: Text Formatting

This lesson will cover the various ways you can format text in Google Docs. 10 Total Points

Lesson 5 Video
Review 2 Articles: Change how paragraphs and fonts look; Formatting Issues in Google Docs.
Complete: Lesson 5 Quiz

Lesson 6: Paragraph Formatting

There are several things you can do to add special formatting to paragraphs that go beyond alignment and margins. We will learn these methods in this lesson. 10 Total Points

Lesson 6 Video
Review 2 Articles: Extra space in between paragraphs; Create a Hanging Indent in Google Docs
Review Video: How to change Line Spacing and Paragraph spacing in Google Docs
Complete: Lesson 6 Quiz

Lesson 7: Applying Styles to Documents

In this lesson, we will learn to apply different types of styles to the documents that you create. This includes title styles, subtitle styles, and heading styles. 10 Total Points

Lesson 7 Video
Review 3 Articles: Styles for Google Docs; Applying new default styles to existing documents; Customizing Styles
Complete: Lesson 7 Quiz

Lesson 8: Page Formatting

Perhaps one of the most important things you can learn in Google Docs is how to format your page with elements such as margins and page breaks. Formatting your pages makes them look more attractive and makes them easier to read. Plus, it is easy to do with Google Docs. 10 Total Points

Lesson 8 Video
Review 3 Articles: Formatting only one page in Google Docs; How to Change Margins in Google Docs; How to Set the Top Margin and Left Margin on Google Docs
Complete: Lesson 8 Quiz

Lesson 9: Inserting Graphics and Pictures

It helps to add pictures and graphics to add color - and interest. Luckily, Google Docs has the tools you need to import pictures and graphics into your documents. 10 Total Points

Lesson 9 Video
Review 2 Articles: Insert or delete images or videos; Editing pictures in Google Docs
Review Video: How to add images to documents in Google docs
Complete: Lesson 9 Quiz

Lesson 10: Inserting Drawings and Charts

In this lesson, we are going to discuss the drawing and chart tools offered by Google Docs. 10 Total Points

Lesson 10 Video
Review 2 Articles: How to Insert Diagrams in Google Docs; Insert Existing Drawing Into Google Docs Document
Review Video: How to insert a drawing in document in Google Docs
Complete: Lesson 10 Quiz

Lesson 11: Creating Tables in Google Docs

In this lesson students will learn how to create tables in Google Docs. 10 Total Points

Lesson 11 Video
Review 2 Articles: How to Create Flowcharts and Diagrams in Google Docs; How to Build a Graph on Google Docs
Review Video: Creating and Formatting tables in Google Docs
Complete: Lesson 11 Quiz

Lesson 12: Inserting Additional Elements into a Document

In this lesson, we are going to cover additional elements, such as equations, that you can insert into your documents to make them more professional and effective. 10 Total Points

Lesson 12 Video
Review 2 Articles: Insert special characters in google docs.; Special Character add ons for google docs.
Review 2 Videos: How to Insert Equations into Google Docs; Create A Table Of Contents In Google Docs
Complete: Lesson 12 Quiz

Lesson 13: Publishing and Printing Documents in Google Docs

In this lesson students will learn how to publish and print documents in Google Docs 10 Total Points

Lesson 13 Video
Review 3 Articles: Publish Good Looking Docs.; Print or change page setup; How can I set the default paper size in Google Docs?
Review Video: Publish Google Docs to the Web
Complete: Lesson 13 Quiz

Lesson 14: Sharing and Collaborating on Documents in Google Docs

In this lesson students will learn how to share and collaborate on Documents in Google Docs. 10 Total Points

Lesson 14 Video
Review Article: How to Share Documents in Google Docs: Everything You Need to Know
Review Video: Sharing in Google Docs
Complete: Lesson 14 Quiz

Lesson 15: Editing and Proofing a Document

In this lesson, we are going to continue to talk about collaborating on documents using Google Doc's editing tools before moving on to checking for spelling errors in all your documents. 69 Total Points

Lesson 15 Video
Take Poll: End of Course Poll
Take Survey: Course Comments
Take Survey: Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Complete: Lesson 15 Quiz
Complete: The Final Exam

208

Total Course Points

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Describe what a word processor is and what Google Docs capabilities are.
Demonstrate navigating Google Docs.
Demonstrate working with text, formatting text, and styling paragraphs in Google Docs.
Demonstrate applying styles to documents.
Demonstrate page formatting.
Demonstrate inserting graphics and pictures.
Demonstrate inserting drawings and charts.
Demonstrate creating tables in Google Docs.
Demonstrate publishing and printing documents.
Demonstrate sharing and collaborating on documents.
Describe methods for editing and proofing a document using Google Docs, and
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

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