Instructional Video

Excel 2016: Relative and Absolute Cell References

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What are the two main types of cell references in Excel? Scholars discover the answer through a short instructional video that models how to create and copy formulas using relative and absolute references. Additionally, users explore how to reference cells across worksheets from the same workbook. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Have partners quiz each other about using absolute and relative cell references in Excel 
Classroom Considerations
  • Contains some complicated concepts
  • Provide each student with a computer and headphones, or use speakers and projection for whole-class viewing
  • 14 of the 27-part Microsoft Excel 2016 series
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Includes a text-based lesson resource
  • Guides viewers in a step-by-step tutorial using screen sharing 
Cons
  • None
Common Core