Online Class: Google Docs

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.

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15

Lessons
17

Exams &
Assignments
2,585

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. Additional lesson topics: What can you do with Docs?; Using Google Docs in the Classroom Grade 4-5; Using Google Docs in the Classroom Grade 6-8 10 Total Points

Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Course Introduction and Goals
Assessment: 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. Additional lesson topics: Google Docs Help Forum; Navigating Google Docs Home Screen; Several Google Docs Tips You May Not Have Known About; Add in Search and Navigate Google Docs 10 Total Points

Lesson 2 Video
Assessment: 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. Additional lesson topics: Google docs Help Forum; Create a file from a template; How do I find templates in Google Drive? 10 Total Points

Lesson 3 Video
Assessment: 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. Additional lesson topics: Keyboard shortcuts for Google Docs; Type with your voice; How to Wrap Text Around An Image In Google Docs 10 Total Points

Lesson 4 Video
Assessment: Lesson 4 Quiz

Lesson 5: Text Formatting

This lesson will cover the various ways you can format text in Google Docs. Additional lesson topics: Formatting Issues in Google Docs.; Change how paragraphs and fonts look; Several Google Doc Features You Didn't Know Existed But Totally Should 10 Total Points

Lesson 5 Video
Assessment: 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. Additional lesson topics: Create a Hanging Indent in Google Docs; How to change Line Spacing and Paragraph spacing in Google Docs; Extra space in between paragraphs 10 Total Points

Lesson 6 Video
Assessment: 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. Additional lesson topics: Customizing Styles; Styles for Google Docs; Applying new default styles to existing documents 10 Total Points

Lesson 7 Video
Assessment: 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. Additional lesson topics: How to Change Margins in Google Docs; Formatting only one page in Google Docs; How to Set the Margin and Left Margin on Google Docs 10 Total Points

Lesson 8 Video
Assessment: 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. Additional lesson topics: Editing pictures in Google Docs; Insert or delete images or videos; Inserting an shape arrow over an image in Google Docs.; How to add images to documents in Google docs 10 Total Points

Lesson 9 Video
Assessment: 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. Additional lesson topics: How to Insert Diagrams in Google Docs; How to insert a drawing in document in Google Docs; Insert Existing Drawing Into Google Docs Document 10 Total Points

Lesson 10 Video
Assessment: Lesson 10 Quiz

Lesson 11: Creating Tables in Google Docs

In this lesson students will learn how to create tables in Google Docs. Additional lesson topics: How to Create Flowcharts and Diagrams in Google Docs; Creating and Formatting tables in Google Docs; How to Build a Graph on Google Docs 10 Total Points

Lesson 11 Video
Assessment: 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. Additional lesson topics: How to Insert Equations into Google Docs; Special Character add ons for google docs.; Create A Table Of Contents In Google Docs; Insert special characters in google docs. 10 Total Points

Lesson 12 Video
Assessment: 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 Additional lesson topics: Print or change page setup; Publish Good Looking Docs.; How can I set the default paper size in Google Docs?; Publish Google Docs to the Web 10 Total Points

Lesson 13 Video
Assessment: 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. Additional lesson topics: How to Share Documents in Google Docs: Everything You Need to Know; Sharing in Google Docs 10 Total Points

Lesson 14 Video
Assessment: 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
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Assessment: Lesson 15 Quiz
Assessment: The Final Exam

209

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.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

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