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I have mostly used MS Word to write essays for classes. I have also used it for lab reports and to type letters. My teachers have used it to be able to print out newsletters, worksheets, and notes. I have also had documents sent to me that were done on MS Word.
I thought that it was a good idea to split the students into groups and have them learn certain skills. Then they would report to another group with students who mastered different skills. They then verbally told each other how to use those skills. This is a great way to teach computer skills and to help students be able to verbally teach others. It puts two different learning styles into one lesson. I also liked the idea of turning spell check off until the assignment was complete. This will help students spelling and also will make them reread their paper instead of just relying on technology.
Learning how to use to the letter feature on MS word has been the most useful new skill for me. Teachers are always giving parents newsletters and updates. This helps cut down on the time spent writing emails to each parent. I also loved that the information imputed would be saved for future use. I definitely see myself using this skill because I want to teach younger children, and it is hard to have them relay information to their parents. Many of the other skills we are using I have already learned, but we are using them in new ways than I have before. I feel like I now have more options and abilities with MS Word.