5.3 Practical Computer Skills

Practical computer activities allow learners to apply the skills developed
throughout the course in realistic situations. This lesson combines
computer operations, file management, office applications, internet usage,
email, cloud services, and digital safety.

What You Will Practice

• Basic Windows operations.
• File and folder management.
• Keyboard shortcuts.
• Microsoft Word.
• Microsoft Excel.
• Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Internet browsing.
• Email communication.
• Cloud storage.
• Digital security.

Practical Task 1: File Management

Create a folder structure for a sample project. Create files, rename
them appropriately, move files between folders, and organize the project
information.

Practical Task 2: Word Processing

Create a professional document containing a heading, paragraphs, lists,
a table, and an image. Save the document using an appropriate file name.

Practical Task 3: Spreadsheet

Create a spreadsheet containing sample records. Format the data, perform
basic calculations, and create a simple chart.

Practical Task 4: Presentation

Create a short presentation containing multiple slides, organized content,
images, and suitable formatting.

Practical Task 5: Email

Write a professional email, add an appropriate subject, attach a document,
and send or prepare the message according to the activity instructions.

Practical Task 6: Internet Research

Search for information about a selected topic using a web browser and
organize the relevant information into a document or presentation.

Practical Task 7: Cloud Storage

Upload the completed files to a cloud storage service, organize them into
appropriate folders, and apply suitable sharing permissions.

Learning Outcome

Learners will be able to combine multiple computer skills to complete
practical personal, academic, and workplace-related digital tasks.