Microsoft 365 Foundations: Word, Excel & PowerPoint
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Microsoft 365 Foundations: Word, Excel & PowerPoint
This course is part of Microsoft 365 Foundations: Work, Meet, Share & Create Specialization
Instructor: Keith Gibson
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What you'll learn
Use core Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) to complete everyday work tasks efficiently.
Organize, create, and manage data, documents, and presentations in a professional way.
Collaborate and communicate information clearly using workplace-standard productivity tools.
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June 2026
22 assignments
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There are 4 modules in this course
Build essential Microsoft 365 skills used globally to work more efficiently with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. In this course, you’ll learn how to organize data in Excel, create and manage documents in Word, and build professional presentations in PowerPoint. By the end, you’ll be able to handle everyday tasks more quickly and confidently, helping you stay organized, collaborate effectively, and communicate ideas clearly in any work environment.
Why This Course Matters Core Microsoft 365 skills are used in nearly every job and industry. Knowing how to manage data, create documents, and present information effectively is critical for productivity and communication. These tools are foundational in modern workplaces and help professionals complete tasks faster and with greater accuracy. Career Impact Microsoft 365 productivity skills are relevant across roles in business, administration, operations, customer service, project support, and more. Employers value professionals who can efficiently manage information, collaborate on documents, and create clear, professional presentations using standard workplace tools. Course Overview This beginner-friendly course (~3 hours) is designed for learners who want practical, real-world results fast. You’ll gain hands-on experience using Excel Online, Word Online, and Powerpoint Online, with some features dependent on your Microsoft 365 plan. You’ll build confidence using these tools together to organize data, create documents, collaborate with others, and build presentations—helping you improve productivity in your daily work. What You’ll Learn • Create and manage workbooks in Excel Online • Enter, filter, and format data in spreadsheets • Create, edit, and organize documents in Word Online • Collaborate using comments and track changes in Word • Build and format presentations in PowerPoint Online • Manage and share presentations effectively What Makes This Course Unique ✔ Short, focused format for busy professionals ✔ Hands‑on use of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Online ✔ Covers multiple core Microsoft 365 tools in one course ✔ Beginner‑friendly with immediate workplace value ✔ Focus on practical, everyday productivity tasks Who Should Take This Course** Ideal for business professionals, students, administrators, job seekers, and anyone who wants to improve their core Microsoft 365 skills and work more efficiently across Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Enroll now to improve your productivity, build strong Microsoft 365 skills, and work more efficiently every day. **This course is designed for professionals using Microsoft 365 in a workplace environment. Some features may require a business/enterprise subscription. Please note that Microsoft 365 has different versions and subscription levels, so your interface and available features may differ depending on the plan you are using.
Welcome to the Excel Foundations module, where you'll unlock the potential of Microsoft Excel to transform data management into an effortless task. You'll learn how to create, manage, and customize workbooks, enter and organize data, and format spreadsheets to enhance your productivity. With Excel's powerful built-in formulas and functions, you'll be able to perform calculations, filter data, and automate everyday tasks with ease. By the end of this module, you'll have the skills to work confidently and efficiently, boosting your productivity and professionalism in handling data.
What's included
10 videos3 readings6 assignments
10 videos•Total 9 minutes
- Create a New Workbook in Excel Online•1 minute
- Find a Template in Excel Online•1 minute
- Insert or Delete a Worksheet•1 minute
- Rename a Sheet in Excel Online•1 minute
- Enter Data in an Excel Online Cell•1 minute
- Filter Data by Selection in Excel Online•2 minutes
- Change the Font Color in Excel Online•1 minute
- Change Font or Font Size in Excel Online•1 minute
- Wrap Text in a Cell•1 minute
- Format Numbers as Text in Excel Online•1 minute
3 readings•Total 9 minutes
- Get Started with Workbooks and Worksheets•3 minutes
- Enter and Filter Data•3 minutes
- Lesson: Excel Features and Tools•3 minutes
6 assignments•Total 31 minutes
- Brain Boost 1•4 minutes
- Activity: Create a Worksheet•3 minutes
- Brain Boost 2•3 minutes
- Activity: Enter and Filter Data•10 minutes
- Brain Boost 3•4 minutes
- Activity: Adjust the Data•7 minutes
Welcome to the Get Started with Word Online module! You'll dive into the essentials of creating and editing documents from anywhere with Word Online. You’ll learn how to create, view, and edit documents seamlessly, while mastering the art of saving and printing your work efficiently. Explore the intuitive Word Online interface and discover how automatic backups to OneDrive for Business ensure your work is never lost. Get ready to enhance your productivity with these foundational skills in Word Online!
What's included
10 videos3 readings6 assignments
10 videos•Total 8 minutes
- Create a Document in Word Online•1 minute
- Upload and Open a Document in Word Online•1 minute
- Edit a Document in Word Online•1 minute
- Edit a Word Online Document in the Word Desktop Version•1 minute
- Create a Copy of a Word Online Document•1 minute
- Save a Copy of a Word Online Document•1 minute
- Print From Word Online•1 minute
- Show or Hide the Simplified Ribbon in Word Online•1 minute
- Use the Microsoft Search Box in Word Online•1 minute
- Use the Navigation Pane•1 minute
3 readings•Total 9 minutes
- Create and View Documents•3 minutes
- Working with Documents•3 minutes
- Navigate the Interface•3 minutes
6 assignments•Total 24 minutes
- Brain Boost 1 •4 minutes
- Activity: Create a Document•3 minutes
- Brain Boost 2•3 minutes
- Activity: Download a Document•5 minutes
- Brain Boost 3•4 minutes
- Activity: Explore the Word Online Interface•5 minutes
Dive into the world of collaboration with Microsoft Word in this module. You’ll learn how to seamlessly share your documents and collaborate with colleagues in real-time, enhancing productivity and teamwork. Discover how to track changes effectively and manage document versions, ensuring that everyone stays on the same page. By the end of this module, you’ll be equipped with the skills to create a dynamic and interactive document-sharing environment, leveraging the power of cloud-based collaboration tools.
What's included
5 videos2 readings4 assignments
5 videos•Total 6 minutes
- Share Documents with Word Online•2 minutes
- Add a Comment•1 minute
- Reply to a Comment•1 minute
- Track and Review Changes in Word Online•2 minutes
- Accept or Reject Changes in Word Online•1 minute
2 readings•Total 6 minutes
- Share and Collaborate on Documents•3 minutes
- Track Changes in a Document•3 minutes
4 assignments•Total 17 minutes
- Brain Boost 1•5 minutes
- Activity: Share a Document•4 minutes
- Brain Boost 2•3 minutes
- Activity: Track Changes in a Document•5 minutes
Welcome to the world of PowerPoint Online, where creating and editing presentations becomes a seamless, on-the-go experience. In this module, you'll learn how to access PowerPoint Online and harness its full potential to create captivating presentations from anywhere with an internet connection. You'll explore how to effortlessly switch between editing in PowerPoint Online and the desktop application, ensuring flexibility and convenience. Get ready to master the essentials of PowerPoint Online and elevate your presentation skills to new heights!
What's included
15 videos3 readings6 assignments
15 videos•Total 16 minutes
- Access PowerPoint Online•1 minute
- Create a Presentation in the Browser•1 minute
- Upload and Open a Presentation in PowerPoint Online•1 minute
- Understand the PowerPoint Ribbon•2 minutes
- Add or Delete a Slide•1 minute
- Use Layouts in PowerPoint Online•1 minute
- Use Themes in PowerPoint Online•1 minute
- Insert a Text Box in PowerPoint Online•1 minute
- Insert a Shape•1 minute
- Insert a Stock Image•1 minute
- Change a Presentation Format with Design Ideas•1 minute
- Present a Slide Show in PowerPoint Online•1 minute
- Share Presentations Online•2 minutes
- Download a Copy of a Presentation•1 minute
- Switch to Editing in PowerPoint Desktop Application•1 minute
3 readings•Total 9 minutes
- Access PowerPoint Online•3 minutes
- Customize Slides Online•3 minutes
- Manage Presentations•3 minutes
6 assignments•Total 25 minutes
- Brain Boost 1•4 minutes
- Activity: Edit an Online Presentation•3 minutes
- Brain Boost 2•3 minutes
- Activity: Format a Presentation•5 minutes
- Brain Boost 3•5 minutes
- Activity: Switch to Desktop•5 minutes
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This course is ideal for beginners, professionals, students, and job seekers who want to build core Microsoft 365 skills using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
No prior experience is required. The course is beginner-friendly and starts with foundational concepts in each application.
You’ll learn how to use Excel Online, Word Online, and PowerPoint Online to complete everyday work tasks efficiently.
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