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MindTap for Cable/Freund/Monk/Sebok/Starks/Vermaat's The Shelly Cashman Series Collection, Microsoft® Office 365® & Office 2019, 2 terms Instant Access, 1st Edition

Sandra Cable, Steven M. Freund, Ellen Monk, Susan Sebok, Joy L. Starks, Misty E. Vermaat

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MindTap for Cable/Freund/Monk/Sebok/Starks/Vermaat's The Shelly Cashman Series Collection, 1st Edition, is the digital learning solution that powers students from memorization to mastery and gives you complete ownership of your content and learning experience. With access to content through the advanced level, your course has the ability to flex to the changing needs of the Intro Computing course. From simulation based learning and testing to expanded, in-application auto-graded projects through the advanced level, no objective is left untouched.

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Sandra Cable

Sandra Cable is the author and co-author of numerous books with Course Technology, including both introductory and advanced levels of Microsoft Excel and Access. In addition to working full time for an international corporation in Dallas, she volunteers to teach at seminars and in classrooms, sharing her simple, proven approaches for mastering today's computer applications. She holds a Ph.D. in education from Texas A&M University-Commerce.

Steven M. Freund

Steven M. Freund serves as a lead instructor of various Microsoft® Office, computer concepts, programming and internet technology courses throughout Central Florida. An integral author for the successful Shelly Cashman Series® since 2001, he has presented at the annual customer conference, the Shelly Cashman Series Institute and other customer events. Freund has co-authored multiple editions of DISCOVERING COMPUTERS, MOZILLA FIREFOX, WINDOWS® INTERNET EXPLORER, WINDOWS® OFFICE and DREAMWEAVER books. In addition, he has written numerous successful instructor supplements. He attended the University of Central Florida.

Ellen Monk

Ellen F. Monk is an Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems in the Lerner College of Business and Economics at the University of Delaware. Her areas of interest encompass enterprise resource planning systems and undergraduate MIS education, including databases, advanced spreadsheets and data analytics. Dr. Monk holds a B.S. in chemical engineering, an M.B.A., and a Ph.D. in MIS.

Susan Sebok

Susan L. Sebok is a retired professor at South Suburban College in South Holland, Illinois. She also is a licensed attorney. Working with the leading SHELLY CASHMAN SERIES® since 1993, she has co-authored several successful textbooks, including multiple versions of DISCOVERING COMPUTERS and MICROSOFT® POWERPOINT® books. She holds both Master of Arts and Juris Doctor degrees.

Joy L. Starks

Joy Starks has taught at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis for 20 years. She has written chapters in several of the best-selling Shelly Cashman Series Office books and has authored the Photoshop, Java Programming, and Microsoft® Publisher series of books. She speaks and presents at various conferences, seminars and forums across the U.S.

Misty E. Vermaat

Misty E. Vermaat has more than 30 years of experience in the field of computer and information technology. In addition to consulting in the field, she was Associate Professor at Purdue University Calumet, teaching or developing Microsoft® Office, computer concepts, database management, systems analysis and design and programming courses. Since 1990, Ms. Vermaat has led the development of THE SHELLY CASHMAN SERIES and has authored and co-authored numerous Series textbooks, including many editions of DISCOVERING COMPUTERS, DISCOVERING COMPUTERS FUNDAMENTALS, MICROSOFT® PUBLISHER and MICROSOFT® WORD books.

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  • FLEXIBILITY: As skills gaps widen and the abilities required of students to be successful in a rapidly changing workforce increase, educators need the flexibility to respond to those changes with ease and timeliness. With MindTap Collections, you have the flexibility to adjust the learning objectives and content necessary to not only prepare students for the future, but also widen the range of curricula the Intro to Computing and Computer Concepts courses serves.
  • CONFIDENCE: Empower students through proficiency to employability. MindTap Collections prepares students with the skills they need for the working world. With Office skills as the #2 most desired job requirement. Providing students with the relevant content to increase proficiency and boost job eligibility is our north star. Microsoft Office skills and Computer Concepts: The language of the working world.
  • CONVENIENCE: With MindTap Collections, you not only have content up and down the digital literacy curriculum, you also have the access that only Cengage Unlimited can provide. With the always changing demands of a dynamic workforce, the breadth of subject matter a student needs must meet those demands. With Cengage Unlimited, we’re giving you everything we’ve got.
  • MindTap Collections offers a singular platform experience for Microsoft Office and Computer Concepts content.
  • COVERAGE OF THE LATEST AND MOST IMPORTANT TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENTS ENSURES RELEVANCY. This edition highlights extremely relevant and critical content with expanded coverage of digital security, cloud computing and digital privacy.
  • BRIEF, MANAGEABLE LESSONS INVITE STUDENTS TO LEARN AND SUCCEED. This unique approach to learning breaks concepts into smaller chunks of reading. This reading is supported by online activities that encourage hands-on, interactive learning.
  • EMPHASIS ON REAL-WORLD APPROACH HIGHLIGHTS PRACTICAL APPLICATION OF CONCEPTS STUDENTS ARE LEARNING. The authors skillfully thread a real-world approach throughout this edition's narrative, videos and hands-on training activities. All content centers around addressing the “what, why, and how” behind today's technology.
  • THIS EDITION INTEGRATES NEW RSS FEEDS TO ENSURE STUDENTS REVIEW THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS. New RSS feeds provide the latest technology news to connect the content of your course to daily life Students clearly see the impact of today's technology on their personal lives, the economy and society.
  • NEW CRITICAL-THINKING CHALLENGES PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES TO SHARPEN IMPORTANT PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS. These interesting exercises engage students in scenarios where they function as key decision makers, navigating challenges they will encounter in their personal, academic or professional lives.
  • A DEDICATED TEAM, WHENEVER YOU NEED THEM. MindTap Collections isn’t just an agile product built to adapt to your needs, it’s backed by a personalized team eager to support you. We help you set up your course and tailor it to your specific objectives, so you’ll be ready to make an impact from day one. And we’ll be standing by to help you and your students until the final day of the term.

Table of Contents

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Concepts 1: Impact of Digital Technology.
Concepts 2: Web Browsing and Information Literacy.
Concepts 3: Computer Hardware.
Concepts 4: Operating Systems and File Management.
Concepts 5: Application Software.
Concepts 6: Safety and Security.
Concepts 7: Digital Media.
Concepts 8: Software Development and Programming.
Concepts 9: Web Development.
Concepts 10: Networking.
Concepts 11: Digital Communication.
Windows 1: Introduction to Windows 10.
Windows 2: Working with the Windows 10 Desktop.
Windows 3: File and Folder Management.
Windows 4: Personalizing Your Work Environment.
Windows 5: Advanced Personalization and Customization.
Windows 6: Advanced Searching Techniques.
Windows 7: Microsoft Edge.
Windows 8: Mastering Digital Media.
Windows 9: Understanding Security, Networking, and Utilities.
Mac 1: Getting Started with Mac OS X.
Word 1: Creating and Modifying a Flyer.
Word 2: Creating a Research Paper.
Word 3: Creating a Business Letter.
Word 4: Creating a Multipage Document.
Word 5: Creating a Resume and Sharing Documents.
Word 6: Using Mail Merge.
Word 7: Creating a Newsletter.
Word 8: Using Collaboration, Integration, and Charts.
Word 9: Creating a Reference Document.
Word 10: Creating an Online Form.
Word 11: Enhancing an Online Form and Using Macros.
PowerPoint 1: Creating and Editing Presentations with Pictures.
PowerPoint 2: Enhancing Presentations with Shapes and SmartArt.
PowerPoint 3: Inserting WordArt, Charts, and Tables.
PowerPoint 4: Customizing Slide Masters and Presentations.
PowerPoint 5: Collaborating and Adding Animation.
PowerPoint 6: Formatting Tables and Charts.
PowerPoint 7: Adding Media and Enhancing SmartArt.
PowerPoint 8: Creating Photo Albums and Delivering Presentations.
Excel 1: Creating a Worksheet and a Chart.
Excel 2: Formulas, Functions, and Formatting.
Excel 3: Working with Large Worksheets, Charting, and What-If Analysis.
Excel 4: Financial Functions, Data Tables, and Amortization Schedules.
Excel 5: Working with Multiple Worksheets and Workbooks.
Excel 6: Creating, Sorting, and Querying a Table.
Excel 7: Creating Templates, Importing Data, and Working with SmartArt, Images, and Screenshots.
Excel 8: Working with Trendlines, Pivot Table Reports, PivotChart Reports, and Slicers.
Excel 9: Formula Auditing, Data Validation, and Complex Problem Solving.
Excel 10: Data Analysis with Power Tools and Creating Macros.
Excel 11: User Interfaces, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), and Collaboration Features in Excel.
Access 1: Databases and Database Objects: An Intro.
Access 2: Querying a Database.
Access 3: Maintaining a Database.
Access 4: Creating Reports and Forms.
Access 5: Multiple-Table Forms.
Access 6: Advanced Report Techniques.
Access 7: Advanced Form Techniques.
Access 8: Macros, Navigation Forms, and Control Layouts.
Access 9: Administering a Database System.
Access 10: Using SQL.
Access 11: Database Design.
Outlook 1: Managing Email Messages with Outlook.
Outlook 2: Managing Calendars with Outlook.
Outlook 3: Managing Contacts and Personal Contact Information with Outlook.
Outlook 4: Creating and Managing Tasks with Outlook.
Outlook 5: Customizing Outlook.
Publisher 1: Creating a Flyer.
Publisher 2: Publishing a Trifold Brochure.
Publisher 3: Designing a Newsletter.
Publisher 4: Creating a Custom Publication from Scratch.
Publisher 5: Using Business Information Sets.
Publisher 6: Working with Publisher Tables.
Publisher 7: Advanced Formatting and Merging Publications with Data.
Publisher 8: Generating Data-Driven Catalogs.
Publisher 9: Sharing and Distributing Publications.
Publisher 10: Editing Large-Scale Publications.
Publisher 11: Advanced Features in Publisher.

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MindTap for Cable/Freund/Monk/Sebok/Starks/Vermaat's The Shelly Cashman Series Collection, Microsoft® Office 365 & Office 2019, 1 term Instant Access

ISBN: 9780357026229
MindTap for Cable/Freund/Monk/Sebok/Starks/Vermaat's The Shelly Cashman Series Collection, 1st Edition, is the digital learning solution that powers students from memorization to mastery and gives you complete ownership of your content and learning experience. With access to content through the advanced level, your course has the ability to flex to the changing needs of the Intro Computing course. From simulation based learning and testing to expanded, in-application auto-graded projects through the advanced level, no objective is left untouched.