A complete resource designed to teach Improving Productivity by combining skills across PowerPoint, Excel and Word. Suitable for KS3 Computing, Digital Literacy and ICT lessons, this unit helps students learn how to use multiple Microsoft Office applications together to complete tasks efficiently and develop essential real-world digital skills.
This resource builds cross-application confidence and introduces students to the type of integrated tasks required in Computing and ICT assessments. It supports transferable skills relevant to ICDL-style qualifications and digital literacy development across KS3.
This resource was originally created in 2017. While the majority of skills remain accurate and relevant, some features or screenshots may need updating to match the current version of Microsoft Office used in your school.
This resource includes:
• Tasks requiring students to use PowerPoint, Excel and Word together
• Activities that build understanding of how software applications complement each other
• Productivity challenges and problem-solving tasks
• Opportunities for students to develop digital literacy, organisation and file-management skills
• Content well-suited for Computing, ICT and digital skills rotations at KS3
Ideal for improving students’ confidence with Microsoft Office and developing essential digital competencies aligned with modern KS3 Computing curriculums.
Polite note:
Please check your current version of Microsoft Office before downloading to ensure full compatibility.
If you experience any download issues, please contact TES so they can resolve the problem before a review is left.
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A complete bundle of three resources designed to teach the essential skills required for KS3 Computing, ICT or ICDL (International Computer Driving Licence) modules. This collection covers Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Improving Productivity, giving learners the practical, transferable digital skills needed for modern Computing and ICT courses. These resources were originally created in 2017. While the core Word-processing, spreadsheet and productivity skills remain highly relevant, please note that some screenshots, features or layouts may require updating to match the current version of Microsoft Office used in your setting. This bundle includes: • ICDL Microsoft Word Skills – step-by-step tasks, an example ICDL-style test with files and revision activities • ICDL Microsoft Excel Skills – practical spreadsheet tasks, an example test with files and a range of revision challenges • Improving Productivity – cross-application tasks combining PowerPoint, Word and Excel to develop digital literacy and efficiency, ideal for KS3 Computing and ICT • Activities suitable for classroom teaching, independent practice or digital skills development • Ideal for KS3, KS4 or adult learners preparing for ICDL or similar digital literacy qualifications Perfect for building learners’ confidence with Microsoft Office and strengthening digital literacy across Computing and ICT lessons. Polite note: • Please check compatibility with your current version of Microsoft Office before downloading. • If you experience any download issues, please contact TES so they can resolve the problem before a review is left.
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A complete bundle of three resources designed to teach the essential skills required for ICDL (International Computer Driving Licence) modules. This collection covers Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Improving Productivity, giving learners the practical, transferable digital skills needed for modern Computing and ICT courses. These resources were originally created in 2017. While the core Word-processing, spreadsheet and productivity skills remain highly relevant, please note that some screenshots, features or layouts may require updating to match the current version of Microsoft Office used in your setting. This bundle includes: • ICDL Microsoft Word Skills – step-by-step tasks, an example ICDL-style test with files and revision activities • ICDL Microsoft Excel Skills – practical spreadsheet tasks, an example test with files and a range of revision challenges • Improving Productivity – cross-application tasks combining PowerPoint, Word and Excel to develop digital literacy and efficiency, ideal for KS3 Computing and ICT • Activities suitable for classroom teaching, independent practice or digital skills development • Ideal for KS3, KS4 or adult learners preparing for ICDL or similar digital literacy qualifications Perfect for building learners’ confidence with Microsoft Office and strengthening digital literacy across Computing and ICT lessons. Polite note: • Please check compatibility with your current version of Microsoft Office before downloading. • If you experience any download issues, please contact TES so they can resolve the problem before a review is left.
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