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Technology for Success and Illustrated Series™ Microsoft® Office 365® & Office 2019, 1st Edition

David Beskeen, Jennifer Campbell, Mark Ciampa, Barbara Clemens, Carol Cram, Jennifer Duffy, Steven M. Freund, Lisa Friedrichsen, Mark Frydenberg, Ralph Hooper, Lisa Ruffolo, Lynn Wermers

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Technology for Success and Illustrated Series™ Microsoft® Office 365® & Office 2019 1st Edition by David Beskeen/Jennifer Campbell/Mark Ciampa/Barbara Clemens/Carol Cram/Jennifer Duffy/Steven M. Freund/Lisa Friedrichsen/Mark Frydenberg/Ralph Hooper/Lisa Ruffolo/Lynn Wermers
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Overview

Effectively guide your students in mastering Microsoft® Office 2019 and today's computer concepts topics with TECHNOLOGY FOR SUCCESS AND ILLUSTRATED SERIES MICROSOFT® OFFICE 365 and OFFICE 2019. This innovative approach is ideal for a wide range of learners, from “rookies” who want a clean, focused and easy-to-follow design to computer “hotshots” who want to quickly advance through lessons and immediately find relevant information. This edition emphasizes real-life application and critical thinking for success in students' academic, professional and personal lives. Topics are relevant and manageable for students with the Illustrated Series’ proven two-page layout that allows readers to complete an entire task without turning the page. Learning Outcomes outline specific skills for each lesson, while large, full-color images lead students through applications on their own screens. Each module includes a case study for further practice. MindTap and SAM online resources are also available for long-term success with technology and MS Office.

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Meet the Authors

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David Beskeen

David W. Beskeen has authored or co-authored over 65 successful computer books since 1992, including more than 40 educational titles for Course Technology and Cengage. He has guided readers in mastering PowerPoint®, Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, Outlook, Windows®, LiveMotion and other leading proprietary software packages. An expert in applied technology, Beskeen has extensive teaching and consulting experience in today's computer technology.

Jennifer Campbell

Jennifer T. Campbell has written and co-authored several other leading technology texts, including TECHNOLOGY FOR SUCCESS; DISCOVERING COMPUTERS: DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY, DATA, AND DEVICES; DISCOVERING THE INTERNET; WEB DESIGN: INTRODUCTORY; MICROSOFT EXPRESSION WEB INTRODUCTORY CONCEPTS AND TECHNIQUES; COMPUTER LITERACY BASICS: MICROSOFT OFFICE 2007 COMPANION; and MICROSOFT OFFICE QUICK REFERENCE POCKET GUIDE. For over 25 years, she has served integral roles in computer educational publishing as an editor, author and marketing manager. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from The College of William and Mary.

Mark Ciampa

Dr. Mark Ciampa is a professor of information systems in the Gordon Ford College of Business at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Prior to this current role, he served as an associate professor and the director of academic computing at Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin, Tennessee, for 20 years. Dr. Ciampa has worked in the IT industry as a computer consultant for businesses, government agencies and educational institutions. He has published more than 20 articles in peer-reviewed journals and has written more than 25 technology textbooks, including CompTIA CySA+ Guide to Cybersecurity Analyst, Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals, Security Awareness: Applying Practical Security in Your World, CWNA Guide to Wireless LANS, and Guide to Wireless Communications. Dr. Ciampa holds a Ph.D. in technology management with a specialization in digital communication systems from Indiana State University and has certifications in security and healthcare.

Barbara Clemens

Barbara Clemens has been a writer, editor, software product manager and instructor for more than 30 years. She has worked with Addison-Wesley Publishing, Course Technology and Cengage Learning. Ms. Clemens has edited and written numerous leading Microsoft® Office and Microsoft® Windows textbooks and has created instructional videos and online courses for MS Office.

Carol Cram

Carol M. Cram is the author of more than 35 textbooks on computer applications, business communications and Internet-related subjects. Ms. Cram was also a long-time faculty member at Capilano College in North Vancouver, where she served as the Convenor of the Executive Support Program and the Program Consultant for Business and Computers in Continuing Education as well as instructor of business and computer-related courses.

Jennifer Duffy

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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.

Lisa Friedrichsen

Lisa Friedrichsen is a professor at Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, Kansas, where she teaches database and web development classes. She also has written several prominent Access, Office and web-related textbooks. Friedrichsen spent a decade at IBM Corp. before becoming a consultant, author and college professor. Combining her extensive industry experience with her passion for teaching, she creates clear, practical presentations. She earned a B.S. in engineering from Iowa State University and an MBA from Drake University.

Mark Frydenberg

Mark Frydenberg is a Senior Lecturer of Computer Information Systems at Bentley University in Waltham, Massachusetts. He also serves as the Director of the CIS Sandbox, Bentley’s technology social learning space, which prepares students to succeed in their CIS courses and to thrive in a technology-driven business world. Professor Frydenberg teaches courses in technology concepts, Python and technology trends. His research focuses on digital literacy, collaborative learning and pedagogies for engaging students with technology. Professor Frydenberg has presented at academic and applied technology conferences and events throughout the U.S. and Europe. He is also an author of several editions of DISCOVERING COMPUTERS, and he authored WEB 2.0 CONCEPTS AND APPLICATIONS in the popular Shelly Cashman Series.

Ralph Hooper

Ralph Hooper has more than 30 years of teaching experience in mathematics and computer science at the university level. His professional interests include data science, machine learning, and computational thinking.

Lisa Ruffolo

Lisa Ruffolo has served as a technical writer and editor for more than 30 years. She is pursuing an emphasis in operating systems and digital literacy. She has edited top-selling books in the fields of introduction to computing, Microsoft Office, PC repair and computer programming.

Lynn Wermers

Lynn Wermers is a professor in the computer science department at North Shore Community College in Massachusetts, where she teaches IT, data management, data analysis and web development courses. She also teaches part time in the math department for the College of Professional Studies at Northeastern University. Wermers has authored numerous leading books focusing on Excel for Cengage.

What's New

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  • CONCISE, TO-THE-POINT INSTRUCTION HELPS STUDENTS OF ALL LEVELS MASTER MS OFFICE SKILLS. This edition’s direct instructional approach focuses on how to use Microsoft® Office 2019 -- including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint® -- separately and as integrated applications. An updated, featured case study in each module engages learners with a real-world situation that demonstrates how to apply MS Office skills immediately, even while still learning the software.
  • STRONGER FOCUS ON EMPLOYABILITY OFFERS NEW CASE SCENARIOS HIGHLIGHTING THE IMPORTANCE OF MS OFFICE CONCEPTS AND SKILLS. This new edition clearly demonstrates the relevance and importance of MS Office skills in opening career options and furthering professional success for students. All-new case scenarios reflect the top business industries hiring professionals with Microsoft Office-specific, application-based skills.
  • UPDATED COMPUTER CONCEPTS MODULES HIGHLIGHT THE LATEST TECHNOLOGIES. This edition introduces the most relevant and essential information about computers and technology in today’s digital world.
  • UPDATED ONLINE SAM RESOURCES HIGHLIGHT THE LATEST OFFICE 2019 FEATURES. This edition's SAM -- Skills Assessment Manager -- offers new training, updated exams and expanded projects that emphasize the latest updates to MS Office 2019. Textbook Projects correspond with Introduction, Intermediate and Advanced modules. SAM also provides additional end-of-module Projects, which are auto-graded versions of the case problems from each module in the printed book. Icons clearly indicate when students should upload and download the Textbook Projects.

Features

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  • UNIQUE ALL-IN-ONE SOLUTION TEACHES BOTH MICROSOFT® OFFICE 2019 SKILLS AND IMPORTANT COMPUTER CONCEPTS. This book uses the proven Illustrated Series approach to emphasize the latest Microsoft® Office 2019 skills as well as today’s most important computer concepts. Students learn to apply skills for success in their academic and professional endeavors. Digital resources correspond with this edition to help you reinforce students’ abilities and enhance practice.
  • "QUICK TIPS" AND "TROUBLES" FEATURES HELP STUDENTS AVOID TYPICAL ERRORS AND PITFALLS. This edition highlights common mistakes and provides helpful cautions and useful tips to readers, all within the step-by-step directions for each lesson.
  • EASY-TO-FOLLOW TWO-PAGE LESSONS APPEAL TO A WIDE VARIETY OF LEARNING STYLES. This proven, focused visual approach offers a single lesson on two adjoining pages, making an entire task visible in a single view. The intriguing, concise presentation keeps learners of all levels engaged and actively learning important Microsoft® Office skills.
  • EXTENSIVE END-OF-MODULE ACTIVITIES PROVIDE HANDS-ON PRACTICE. Proven, practical exercises help learners become adept in their new Microsoft® Office 2016 skills while reinforcing the conceptual material from each chapter.

Table of Contents

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Module 1: Impact of Technology.
Module 2: The Web.
Module 3: Computer Hardware.
Module 4: Operating Systems and File Management.
Module 5: Software and Apps.
Module 6: Security and Safety.
MICROSOFT WORD 2019:
Module 1: Creating Documents with Word 2019.
Module 2: Editing and Formatting Documents.
Module 3: Formatting Text and Graphics.
MICROSOFT EXCEL 2019:
Module 1: Getting Started with Excel 2019.
Module 2: Formatting a Worksheet.
Module 3: Analyzing Data Using Formulas.
Module 4: Working with Charts.
INTEGRATION:
Module 1: Integrating Word and Excel.
MICROSOFT ACCESS 2019:
Module 1: Getting Started with Access 2019.
Module 2: Building Tables and Relationships.
Module 3: Creating Queries.
Module 4: Working with Forms and Reports.
INTEGRATION:
Module 2: Integrating Word, Excel and Access.
MICROSOFT POWERPOINT 2019:
Module 1: Creating a Presentation in PowerPoint 2019.
Module 2: Modifying a Presentation.
Module 3: Inserting Objects into a Presentation.
INTEGRATION:
Module 3: Integrating Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

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MindTap for Beskeen/Cram/Duffy/Friedrichsen/Wermers' The Illustrated Collection, Microsoft® Office 365® & Office 2019, 1 term Instant Access

ISBN: 9780357026243
MindTap for Beskeen/Cram/Duffy/Friedrichsen/Wermers' The Illustrated 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.

MindTap for Beskeen/Cram/Duffy/Friedrichsen/Wermers' The Illustrated Collection, Microsoft® Office 365® & Office 2019, 2 terms Instant Access

ISBN: 9780357119662
MindTap for Beskeen/Cram/Duffy/Friedrichsen/Wermers' The Illustrated 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.

SAM 365 & 2019 Assessments, Training and Projects Instant Access with Access to eBook

ISBN: 9780357366653
SAM 365/2019 trains and tests essential Microsoft Office and computer concepts skills. Students engage in a hands-on simulated environment, then apply their skills to real-world Microsoft applications through our SAM Projects. Auto-graded assignments and flexible reporting tools saves instructors time and energy. With SAM 365/2019, 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 course serves.

SAM 365 & 2019 Assessments, Training and Projects Instant Access with Access to eBook, 2 terms

ISBN: 9780357366714
SAM 365/2019 trains and tests essential Microsoft Office and computer concepts skills. Students engage in a hands-on simulated environment, then apply their skills to real-world Microsoft applications through our SAM Projects. Auto-graded assignments and flexible reporting tools saves instructors time and energy. With SAM 365/2019, 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 course serves.

LMS Integrated SAM 365 & 2019 with MindTap Reader, 1 term Instant Access

ISBN: 9780357369463
This access code will provide your student with seamless access to your SAM 365 & 2019 resources from within their campus Learning Management System. Your students will be prompted to enter this access code the first time that they click on a link in your course that includes Cengage content.