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Microsoft PowerPoint 97 Training

With PowerPoint 97 Training, the learner will develop fundamental and advanced skills needed for PowerPoint 97, Microsoft's popular presentation program.

Microsoft PowerPoint 97 Training covers topics such as

Creating a presentation
Modifying slide arrangement
Viewing presentations
Using graphics with text
Creating special effects

Explore Microsoft's popular presentation program with Microsoft PowerPoint 97 Training. Our in-depth, easy-to-follow courses lead you through common tasks using a clear, step-by-step approach. Microsoft PowerPoint 97 Training takes the guesswork out of using PowerPoint 97.

Learn exactly what you need to know with our interactive, multimedia courseware. Our animations and simulations teach fundamental techniques and let you apply what you have learned in a realistic application environment.

Microsoft PowerPoint 97 Training is part of the Microsoft Office 97 Training suite. It is not available separately

Course Objectives
After completing these Learning Objects, the learner will be able to perform tasks such as:
» Creating and modifying a presentation
» Working with text
» Working with visual elements
» Customizing a presentation
» Creating output
» Delivering a presentation
» Managing files
Media Selection
Contextual Simulations: 51 Audio: Yes
» Graphics display the user interface and key concepts
» Rollovers let users interact with and view supplemental information
» Animations illustrate processes
» Advanced simulation technology allows users to practice skills and gauge their proficiency
Course Description
With PowerPoint 97 Training, the learner will develop fundamental and advanced skills
needed for PowerPoint 97, Microsoft's popular presentation program.
Audience Definition
Designed for learners who currently use or are beginning to use Microsoft PowerPoint 97.
Prerequisites
Familiarity with the Microsoft Windows environment, and ability to use a keyboard and mouse.
Estimated Length
Each Learning Object is approximately 15-20 minutes in duration with a total
approximate time of 5.5 hours.
Course Outline
Getting Started
Creating a Presentation
Working with Wizards, Templates, and Slide Masters
Using Existing Slides and Text
Modifying Slide Arrangement
Viewing Presentations
Correcting and Replacing Text
Connecting a Presentation to the Internet
Using Graphics
Using Graphics With Text
Formatting Text
Printing Options
Customizing a Presentation
Presenting a Slide Show
Manipulating Text Appearance
Using the AutoContent Wizard
Creating Special Effects
eSchool Essentials
PowerPoint 97 Training Product Description
PowerPoint 97 Training

Assessment Description
Pre-assessment Challenge
(3-4 standard questions and a performance-based simulation)
Lesson Review
(2 standard questions)
Final Test
(3-4 standard questions and a performance-based simulation)
Detailed Course Outline and Objectives
Getting Started
» Use the Menu bar, the Standard toolbar, and the Formatting toolbar
» Use text and graphics placeholders
» Choose options in a dialog box
» Save and close a Slideshow
» Close PowerPoint
Creating a Presentation
» Create a blank presentation
» Create a specified type of slide
» Enter text in Slide view
Working with Wizards, Templates, and Slide Masters
» Create a presentation from a template or a Wizard
» Apply a design template
» Change slide layout by modifying the Slide Master
Using Existing Slides and Text
» Create a new presentation from existing slides
» Copy a slide from one presentation to another
» Turn a Word document into a presentation
» Save your creation as a new presentation
Modifying Slide Arrangement
» Change the order of slides using Slide Sorter view
» Modify slide sequence in the Outline view
» Insert and delete slides
» Save changes to a presentation
Viewing Presentations
» Navigate among PowerPoint's different views
» Preview a presentation in black and white
Correcting and Replacing Text
» Find and replace text
» Check spelling
» Change and replace text in both an individual slide and an entire presentation
Connecting a Presentation to the Internet
» Use Office Assistant
» Insert a hyperlink into a presentation
» Save a presentation in HTML format
Using Graphics
» Add a picture from the ClipArt gallery
» Scale and size an object
» Create tables
» Rotate and fill an object
Using Graphics with Text
» Add and group shapes
» Place text inside a shape
» Apply formats to shapes
Formatting Text
» Change fonts and font size
» Apply text effects
» Use the Format Painter
Printing Options
» Print slides in a variety of formats
» Print audience handouts
» Print speaker notes in a specified format
» Print a slide as an overhead transparency
Customizing a Presentation
» Add speaker notes
» Insert headers and footers
Presenting a Slide Show
» Start a slide show on any slide
» Use the Slide Navigator tool
» Use the onscreen Pen during your presentations
Manipulating Text Appearance
» Change the alignment of your text
» Create a text box for entering new text
» Use the text wrap feature of text boxes
» Promote and demote text in Outline view
Using the AutoContent Wizard
» Create a presentation using the AutoContent Wizard
» Change the layout on one or more slides
Creating Special Effects
» Add a variety of slide transition effects to individual slides or groups of slides
» Animate text and graphics using a variety of effects