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Beginning Excel eBookBeginning Excel eBook
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Open Oregon Educational Resources
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9th - Higher Ed
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21 Century Skills
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14 days
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Beginning Excel

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How can Microsoft Excel help manage data in people's personal and professional lives? Using the Beginning Excel eBook, scholars learn the basics of creating, editing, and using spreadsheets. They explore spreadsheet design, formulas, data entry, charts, tables, and much more. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

microsoft excel, spreadsheet skills, basic computer skills, computer software

Additional Tags

college and career readiness

Instructional Ideas

  • Have pupils design personal budget spreadsheets

Classroom Considerations

  • Actual time requirements will vary
  • Students will get the most benefit from the resource if they have access to Microsoft Excel and can participate in the practice activities

Pros

  • Each chapter begins with a list of learning objectives and ends with key takeaways to keep readers on track
  • Contains helpful graphics and charts embedded throughout the eBook to reinforce text

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RI.9-10.1 RI.11-12.1

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