Digital Functional Skills - L1 - Mod 2 - Creating & Editing - Unit 2.1 - Suitable Applications

These resources have been created for those delivering the Digital Functional Skills Qualification at Level 1, which replaces the current Functional Skills ICT Qualification.

The DFS qualification’s main purpose is to provide reliable evidence of a learner’s achievements against content that is relevant to the workplace and real life.

These resources provide a structured assessment in workbook form to evidence learner knowledge and skills, as well as their ability to apply these in different contexts and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met.

The qualification itself is made up of five main skill areas (Modules), each with its own series of units.

The unit workbooks include various challenges, activities and tasks to prove learners’ understanding. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and signed off.

This resource covers:

Module 2 - Creating and Editing - 2.1 - Use a suitable application to enter, edit and format text

This resource includes:
Task 1 – Choosing the Right Tool
Learners discuss and identify when to use different applications such as Word or PowerPoint, applying this knowledge to everyday real-life scenarios.
Task 2 – Common Mistakes and Rules to Remember
Learners explore common formatting errors made when creating digital documents or presentations and suggest suitable solutions to improve clarity and audience suitability.
Task 3 – Spencer’s CV
Learners support fictional candidate Spencer Green in reformatting his CV to make it look professional and appropriate for a potential employer. (Files and Tutor Example included)
Task 4 – Spencer’s Interview Presentation
After securing an interview, Spencer creates a 6-slide PowerPoint about his skills. Learners review and correct common presentation mistakes to improve layout, consistency, and audience impact. (Files and Tutor Example included)
Task 5 – Over to You
Learners independently create their own Word document or PowerPoint presentation based on real-world scenarios, demonstrating their ability to use digital applications effectively and professionally. Includes a learner checklist for self-assessment and tutor feedback section.
Quick Recap Quiz
A 10-question multiple-choice quiz to consolidate understanding of formatting, editing, layout, and audience awareness. (Answer sheet included)

Also included is a Glossary for learners to complete and a Skills and Knowledge Checklist to be filled in before and after delivery of this unit.
Guided Tutor Answers for relevant tasks are also included.
This resource is currently in a PDF file format.
Word versions are available for free upon purchase of the PDF – please message me directly for these at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.