Illustrated Microsoft® 365® & Office® Introductory, First Edition,
1st Edition

David W. Beskeen, Jennifer Duffy, Lynn Wermers, Rob Wilson

ISBN-13: 9780357882566
Copyright 2025 | Published
448 pages | List Price: USD $233.95

Including the latest Microsoft 365 features and enhanced support for Mac users in introductory level modules, Beskeen/Cram/Duffy/Wermers/Wilson's ILLUSTRATED MICROSOFT® 365® & OFFICE® INTRODUCTORY, FIRST EDITION, helps you quickly master the nuances of Microsoft® Office. A concise, student-friendly approach uses a two-page layout, allowing you to work through an entire task without turning the page. Modules begin with an overview of the principles covered while large, full-color screen images illustrate what you see on your computer. Module Learning Objectives are mapped to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification objectives, and module scenarios are based on data from market insights, helping you sharpen the critical skills you need for real-world success. In addition, MindTap and SAM (Skills Assessment Manager) digital resources help maximize your study time and results.

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Word
Module 1: Creating Documents with Word.
Module 2: Editing and Formatting Documents.
Module 3: Formatting Text and Graphics.
Excel
Module 1: Getting Started with Excel.
Module 2: Formatting a Worksheet.
Module 3: Analyzing Data Using Formulas.
Module 4: Working with Charts.
Access
Module 1: Getting Started with Access.
Module 2: Building Tables and Relationships.
Module 3: Creating Queries.
Module 4: Working with Forms and Reports.
PowerPoint
Module 1: Creating a Presentation in PowerPoint.
Module 2: Modifying a Presentation.
Module 3: Inserting Objects into a Presentation.

  • David W. Beskeen

    David W. Beskeen has authored or co-authored over 65 successful computer books since 1992, including more than 40 educational titles for Course Technology and Cengage. He has guided readers in mastering PowerPoint®, Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, Outlook, Windows®, LiveMotion and other leading proprietary software packages. An expert in applied technology, Beskeen has extensive teaching and consulting experience in today's computer technology.

  • Jennifer Duffy

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  • Lynn Wermers

    Lynn Wermers is a professor in the computer science department at North Shore Community College in Massachusetts, where she teaches IT, data management, data analysis and web development courses. She also teaches part time in the math department for the College of Professional Studies at Northeastern University. Wermers has authored numerous leading books focusing on Excel for Cengage.

  • Rob Wilson

  • This text is updated to reflect Microsoft 365 features, including Accessibility Checker.

  • New features for Excel include a new lesson on using dynamic array functions, including UNIQUE, FILTER, RANDARRAY, SEQUENCE, SORT, SORTBY, TRANSPOSE and information on spill ranges and using array formulas. There are also new clues on data types (geography, stocks, new data types) and on LET function.

  • New features for PowerPoint include the new teamwork features of marking and highlighting changes made when collaborating with others to create a presentation. There is also coverage of a new live rehearsing experience that enables the user to rehearse their presentation and then receive a report with recommendations on how to improve their speaking performance.

  • New features for Word include enhanced text prediction and accessibility features.

  • New features for Access include completely updated projects implementing brand new case scenarios to ensure database mastery.

  • Microsoft Teams coverage includes three digital modules available in MindTap, authored by Corinne Hoisington.

  • This concise, student-friendly approach uses a proven two-page layout that allows you to work through an entire task without turning the page.

  • Introductory Textbook Projects have been redesigned to ensure successful completion by Mac users for Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

  • Embracing Change modules in MindTap help students navigate through Microsoft 365 continual software changes. Each module includes accessibility features, application-specific tips, a Microsoft ribbon and toolbar visual overview and review and discussion questions.

  • This title is part of the Illustrated Office 365 Collection, giving you access to a complete digital library of content spanning Computer Concepts, Operating Systems (for Windows and Mac) and the Microsoft Office Suite -- all for one price including low-cost rental options. Learn more about Cengage Unlimited at https://www.cengage.com/unlimited.

  • Module Learning Objectives are mapped to the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exam. Users of MindTap Collections and SAM will have access to exam preparation materials and the option to purchase a discounted MOS exam voucher.

  • Students carefully examine the context for their projects, increasing the motivation to learn as students understand the “why” behind each step in the process.

  • Each module begins with a brief overview of the principles covered while large, full-color screen images illustrate what you see on your computer.

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