Word Processing Software

Lesson objectives

Last week we looked at different types of application software

Today we will look at word processing software in more detail

Word Processing

Q1 Give a definition for word processing packages

‘Word processing packages allow the user to enter, store and manipulate text.’

Word processing

What can word processors be used for?

Articles

Memos

Brochures

Reports

Essays leaflets

newsletters

Books

Worksheets

Questionnaires

Letters

Uses of a Word Processor

GCSE Requirements

Understand the purpose of Word Processing Packages

Understand when it is appropriate to use Word Processing Packages

Be able to do the following: Move, copy and delete blocks of text Alter margins and spacing Create a table Left, right, centre and fully justified alignment of text

Tasks

1. Complete the practical exercise using the worksheet entitled ‘Word Processing’

2. Produce notes on word processing using the worksheet entitled ‘Word Processing Software’

Both of these must be finished by the end of the lesson (or they will become homework!)

If you finish, go on to the extra worksheet – ‘advanced tasks in Word’