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Free online coursePowerPoint for beginner

Duration of the online course: 1 hours and 51 minutes

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Learn PowerPoint from scratch with this comprehensive free online course, covering everything from basic interface and slide creation to advanced animations and design tips. Join now!

In this free course, learn about

  • Course Overview and Objectives
  • PowerPoint Fundamentals
  • Slides, Shapes, and Text Basics
  • Images, File Management, and Slide Design
  • Animations and Transitions
  • Course Wrap-Up

Course Description

Welcome to "PowerPoint for Beginners," an expertly crafted course that promises to transform your basic understanding of Microsoft PowerPoint into proficient skills in just 1 hour and 51 minutes. Rated an impressive 4.7 out of 5 stars, this course stands as a beacon for anyone looking to harness the power of this pivotal software in the realm of Information Technology, specifically under Office Productivity.

The journey begins with the "Introduction" segment, setting the stage for what lies ahead. It is here you’ll understand the fundamental goals of the course and why learning PowerPoint is a worthwhile investment of your time.

As you delve deeper, you'll explore the essence of Microsoft PowerPoint — its purpose and utility in varied professional settings. You'll learn about the distinctions between different versions, arming yourself with the knowledge to select the right version and make the most out of its unique features.

Next, the course will introduce you to the PowerPoint interface, simplifying the process of navigating through its multitude of functions. You’ll master the art of adding and customizing slides, inserting shapes, and modifying those shapes to suit your presentation needs. These skills are complemented by tutorials on adding and formatting text, differentiating between text boxes and shapes, and applying specific options for pictures and drawings.

In addition, you’ll learn to save your files and export your work as professional-grade videos. This segment also includes a two-part guide on slide design, ensuring your presentations are not only functional but visually appealing.

The course takes a short commercial break with a "Little Promo (Masterclass)" before diving into the exciting world of animations and transitions. You’ll explore various animation types and learn to use the animation pane and start options effectively. Timing becomes key as you advance into complex animations and refined features, culminating in the creation of your first professional animation. A brief promotion for an advanced animation course offers a glimpse into future learning opportunities.

Your learning journey concludes with a reflective segment, "Did we really do this. Thank you!," providing you with a moment to appreciate your newfound skills and the comprehensive knowledge that will undoubtedly increase your productivity and professional prowess.

Embark on this detailed yet succinct educational experience and elevate your PowerPoint skills from beginner to proficient, guided by the experts. Your journey to mastering PowerPoint effectively starts here.

Course content

  • Video class: 1.1 Introduction ? PowerPoint for beginners tutorial 01m
  • Exercise: What is the purpose of the course mentioned in the video?
  • Video class: 1.2 Course goals ? 03m
  • Exercise: Who is the PowerPoint basics course primarily designed for?
  • Video class: 2.1 What is Microsoft PowerPoint ? 03m
  • Exercise: _What is Microsoft PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 2.2 Why should you learn PowerPoint ? 05m
  • Exercise: _What is one advantage of using PowerPoint for graphic design over other software like Photoshop?
  • Video class: 2.3 difference between versions ? 05m
  • Exercise: _What is the main difference between the older versions of PowerPoint and the current versions?
  • Video class: 3.1 Interface ? 04m
  • Exercise: _What is the purpose of the ribbon in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 3.2 Adding Slides ? 03m
  • Exercise: _What is the shortcut key to paste a slide in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 3.3 Adding Shapes ? 04m
  • Exercise: _What is the difference between flowchart shapes and basic shapes in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 3.4 Changing shape options ? 04m
  • Exercise: _What are the options available to change the color and size of a shape in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 3.5 Adding Text ? 04m
  • Exercise: _What is the main difference between a text box and a shape box in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 3.6 Thin line between a text box and shape ? 05m
  • Exercise: _What is the reason for using separate text boxes and shapes in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 3.7 Picture and drawing specific options ? 05m
  • Exercise: What is the most frequently used picture tool in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 3.8 Saving files and exporting videos ? 03m
  • Exercise: _What is the difference between saving a PowerPoint presentation and exporting it to other formats?
  • Video class: 3.9 Approaching slide design Part 1 ? 07m
  • Exercise: What is a best practice for creating a background in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 3.10 Approaching slide design Part 2 ? 04m
  • Exercise: _What is the benefit of using Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 3.11 Little promo (Masterclass) ? 02m
  • Exercise: Why are there two masterclass courses available in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 4.1 Animations ? 02m
  • Exercise: _What is the main focus of the animation section in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 4.2 Transitions ? 06m
  • Exercise: _What is the Morph transition and who can use it in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 4.3 Types of Animation ? 05m
  • Exercise: _What are the three types of animations available in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 4.4 Animation Pane and start options ? 04m
  • Exercise: _What are the three ways to start an animation in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 4.5 Animation Timing ? 03m
  • Exercise: _What can you do with the animation pane in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 4.6 Complex Animations ? 02m
  • Exercise: _What is the function called to add multiple animations on top of each other to one object in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 4.7 Advanced animation features ? 03m
  • Exercise: _What can you adjust in an animation effect in PowerPoint?
  • Video class: 4.8 Create your first professional animation ? 07m
  • Exercise: _What is the animation effect used to animate the box in the PowerPoint slide?
  • Video class: 4.9 Little promo (Animation) ? 02m
  • Video class: 5.1 Did we really do this. Thank you! ? 02m

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Course comments: PowerPoint for beginner

SOUVIK SAHA

This was a good course , A lot of new basic things full of there , but the problem is the teacher was often promoted his paid courses , which was full of useful curriculum , so it would be well if he add the new points here .

zahir uddin

good

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