There seems to be something about the phrase "creating a document" that makes people think of something serious, difficult and most likely boring....which is why there is often resistance to the idea of learning about word processing.Typically, word processing is used in business for creating all things official: legal and reference documents, letters and memos. In education, it is used (amongst other things) to present essays, papers and work for publication.
As such, it may appear that word processing has few practical applications for the average leisure user of computers. However, Microsoft Office Word (2007/10) is one of the most versatile and creative packages available to PC users.
Our Word Courses combine text with graphics in imaginative ways. Students of all ages learn how to create a variety of stationery and publicity material:
- customised recipe cards
- greetings cards
- posters using their own photos
- scrap-books
- personalised invitations
- leaflets
- tickets and labels
- calendars
In this way, they tap into their creative side...even those who are convinced they don't have one! By learning elements of design through working with colour, graphics, fonts and shapes, they express their individuality and make something unique to them. And, of course, if goes without saying, that using a computer to give a professional sheen to any creative work will not only prove to be satisfying, exciting and fun but will also save money. And that has to be a good thing!
