Course Title: Advanced Word Processing with Microsoft Word.
Course Description:
Advanced Word Processing with Microsoft Word using a screen reader is designed for visually impaired users who have mastered basic word processing skills and are ready to unlock the full potential of Microsoft Word. This course focuses on advanced document creation, management, and collaboration techniques, all navigated and executed efficiently with the JAWS screen reader. Participants will learn to work with complex document structures, apply and manage advanced styles and templates, manipulate tables with sorting and formulas, and use references, citations, and mail merge features. The course also covers accessibility best practices, document validation, and customization of both Word and JAWS for maximum productivity. Through hands-on activities and real-world scenarios, learners will gain the confidence and expertise to produce professional, accessible documents and collaborate effectively in academic or workplace environments.
Who should take this course?
- Visually impaired individuals who are proficient with basic Microsoft Word and JAWS screen reader skills
- Students, professionals, and anyone who needs to create, manage, or collaborate on complex documents
- Users seeking to enhance their productivity and document accessibility skills with Microsoft Word and JAWS
What you will learn:
- Navigating and managing complex document structures with JAWS or NVDA.
- Applying and customizing advanced styles and templates
- Creating and manipulating tables, including sorting and using formulas
- Inserting and managing references, citations, and bibliographies
- Performing Mail Merge for personalized letters, labels, and envelopes
- Collaborating on documents using comments, track changes.
- Implementing accessibility best practices and validating document accessibility
- Customizing Microsoft Word and JAWS or NVDA settings for optimal workflow and productivity
What you will gain:
- Practical skills to produce professional, accessible, and well-structured documents
- Certificate of proficiency after successful completion
- Audio recordings of lessons for review and practice
- Comprehensive course materials and reference books
- Continuous lifetime support for your learning journey
- Opportunity to join our alumni page and connect with fellow learners
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Efficiently navigate and manage complex documents using a screen reader (NVDA or JAWS)
- Apply and customize advanced styles and templates.
- Manipulate and analyze data in tables, including sorting and calculations.
- Utilize advanced referencing and collaboration tools.
- Integrate graphics, objects, and automation features.
- Ensure document accessibility and validate documents.
- Export, print, and manage document output effectively.
Course Duration:
6 Weeks (12 lessons: 2 lessons a week; 90 minutes per lesson)
Difficulty Level:
Advanced
Course Requirements
- Knowledge of Basic Word Processing with Microsoft Word
- Computer running Windows 10 or 11
- Microsoft Office 2016 or later versions
- Good internet speed
- NVDA or JAWS screen reader
Amount
Group Class: US$40.00 or GHS430.00 (for Ghanaians only)
Private Class: US$100.00 or GHS1070.00 (for Ghanaians only)