1. Word Processing Software

2. Lesson objectives
Last week we looked at different types of application software
Today we will look at word processing software in more detail

3. Word Processing Q1 Give a definition for word processing packages
‘Word processing packages allow the user to enter, store and manipulate text.’

4. Word processing
What can word processors be used for?

5. 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

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