Google Workspace & MS Office
Course Study Plan
Month 1: Introduction to Productivity Suites and Cloud Computing
Week 1-2: Overview of Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
Introduction to cloud-based productivity tools
Understanding the features and applications of Google Workspace
Exploring the Microsoft Office suite
Week 3-4: Setting Up Accounts and Cloud Storage
Creating Google and Microsoft accounts
Configuring cloud storage (Google Drive, OneDrive)
Collaborative document creation and sharing
Week 5-6: Basic Document Editing and Formatting
Creating and editing documents in Google Docs and Microsoft Word
Text formatting, styles, and templates
Inserting images, links, and tables
Month 2: Spreadsheet Fundamentals
Week 1-2: Introduction to Spreadsheets
Basics of Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel
Creating and managing worksheets
Data entry and cell formatting
Week 3-4: Formulas and Functions
Understanding basic formulas (sum, average, count)
Using common functions in spreadsheets
Cell referencing and formula auditing
Week 5-6: Data Visualization and Charts
Creating charts and graphs in Google Sheets and Excel
Customizing charts for better visualization
Data analysis with charts
Month 3: Presentation Design and Delivery
Week 1-2: Creating Presentations
Building presentations in Google Slides and Microsoft PowerPoint
Slide layouts, themes, and design tips
Inserting multimedia elements
Week 3-4: Animation and Transition Effects
Adding animations and transitions to slides
Timing and sequencing of slide elements
Engaging presentation delivery
Week 5-6: Collaboration and Sharing
Collaborative presentation creation and editing
Sharing presentations for real-time collaboration
Collecting feedback and making revisions
Month 4: Email and Communication Tools
Week 1-2: Email Basics
Managing emails in Gmail and Outlook
Organizing emails with labels and folders
Email etiquette and best practices
Week 3-4: Calendar Management
Scheduling events and appointments
Setting reminders and notifications
Sharing calendars for collaboration
Week 5-6: Online Meetings and Collaboration
Hosting and participating in virtual meetings (Google Meet, Microsoft Teams)
Collaboration features like screen sharing and document editing during meetings
Effective communication in online environments
Month 5: Advanced Features and Integrations
Week 1-2: Advanced Document Formatting and Collaboration
Advanced formatting options in documents
Collaborative editing with comments and suggestions
Document version history and recovery
Week 3-4: Advanced Spreadsheet Techniques
Pivot tables and data analysis in spreadsheets
Data validation and conditional formatting
Importing and exporting data
Week 5-6: Integration with Third-Party Apps
Exploring integration possibilities with other productivity tools
Customizing workflows with add-ons and extensions
Automation with scripts and macros
Month 6: Final Projects and Certification
Week 1-2: Final Project Briefing
Students receive final project instructions
Choosing a practical project related to productivity tools
Week 3-4: Project Execution
Students work on their final projects
Instructor guidance and feedback
Week 5-6: Project Presentation and Certification
Students present their final projects
Certification awarded upon successful completion
Practical tips for applying productivity tools in professional settings