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Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word is a flexible word processing software that helps you create polished and professional documents. Word offers a user-friendly platform with advanced features that allows you to edit and format essays, reports, resumes, or creative projects quickly.

In this section, we'll explore resources to help you get familiar with Word's layout and basic functions. We'll also point you to additional training opportunities to advance your skills at Sheridan.

Check out the Academic Writing module on the Academic Skills Hub if you'd like to learn more about how to improve your writing skills and understand the writing process for college-level papers.

Check Service Sheridan to learn how to access Microsoft 365 for Students, which includes access to online, mobile, and full-featured desktop apps.

Beginner's Guide to Microsoft Word by Technology for Teachers and Students

Word Training from Microsoft

Click the boxes or download the templates below to explore Word training resources from Microsoft!

  • Quick Start

    A short guide to get you started with Word!

  • Intro to Word

    Create a document and search for a template.

  • Basic Tasks in Word

    Start or open a document, save documents, track changes, print documents, and more.

  • Write & Edit

    Add and edit text, check grammar and spelling, work with hyperlinks, and more.

  • Format Text

    Create a bulleted or numbered list, apply styles and themes, and more.

  • Intro to Making Documents Accessible

    Learn to use the Accessibility Checker to make your documents accessible to people with different physical and cognitive abilities.

  • Save and Print

    Save a document, convert or save to PDF, print your document, print an envelope and labels, and more.

  • Share & Co-Author

    Share a document, collaborate on documents, insert or delete a comment, use Track Changes, and more.

LinkedIn Learning Courses

LinkedIn Learning provides access to more than 13,000 high-quality on-demand courses. Check out the courses below to learn more about Microsoft Word—you can even earn certificates to add to your LinkedIn page too!

Log in with your Sheridan credentials (your username/password) to access the course.

Making Word Documents Accessible

It's important to make sure your Word documents are accessible and can be read by everyone, including people with disabilities.

Watch the video below and click on the links for step-by-step instructions and best practices on how to make your documents accessible.

Making documents accessible | Microsoft 365 by Microsoft 365

Microsoft Word Templates

Check out Microsoft's free collection of customizable Word templates to start your own projects including:

  • Daily to-do lists and task trackers to improve your Time Management skills (learn more on the Academic Skills Hub).
  • Resumes and cover letters for your job hunt.
  • Posters and flyers to advertise special events.
  • Invoices and professional quotes for your business.
  • Activities and worksheets for children.
  • Meeting agendas and minutes to organize group meetings (learn more in the Group Work module), and more.

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