Online Class: Microsoft Outlook 2013

Designed for beginners and those looking to enhance their efficiency, this Outlook 2013 course illustrates how to effectively manage communication and schedules. It introduces students to a range of tools, from sending emails to organizing meetings and managing contacts.

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  • 16
    Lessons
  • 18
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 3
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.3
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Microsoft Outlook 2013 is the email client and personal information organizer that comes with the Microsoft Office Suite. Outlook 2013 is used by businesses, freelancers, and home users alike to check, sort, and organize emails.   However, that is only the start of what you can do with Outlook. You can also set and delegate tasks, schedule meetings and appointments, add contacts, connect to social media, and much more.

In this course, you'll learn how to:

ü Send and receive email

ü Create plain text, rich text, and HTML emails

ü Sort and organize your emails using folders

ü Add attachments

ü Mark emails that need your special attention – and have Outlook remind you

ü Format text within emails

ü Advanced formatting techniques to create HTML newsletters in the body of an email!

ü Connect to social networks

ü Add contacts and manage them with address books

ü Use the calendar to set appointments, meetings, and events

ü Create to-do lists to help you get your tasks finished on time

ü Set reminders for meetings, tasks, and other things that need your attention

ü Subscribe to RSS feeds, including YouTube

ü Share emails, contacts, and calendars

ü And much more!

This course is designed to teach you skills you'll need to successfully use Outlook 2013.   Each lesson contains step-by-step instructions and explanations to show you how to use the features, then walks you through so you can see how everything is done.   You don't need previous experience with Outlook to be able to complete this course. This course will start with basic skills, then move forward to more advanced features and techniques. You're just sixteen lessons away from mastering Outlook 2013 and using the program to make your day-to-day tasks a lot easier!

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  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
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Course Lessons

Lesson 1. Microsoft Outlook 2013 Fundamentals

Microsoft Outlook 2013 transforms email management into a comprehensive organizational tool combining email, contacts, social media, and calendar features. The course enables users to progressively master skills from sending emails to advanced functionalities, catering to all experience levels. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: Introduce Yourself
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam

Lesson 2. Streamline Your Workflow with Outlook 2013

Master Outlook 2013's interface with its customizable Folder and People Panes that enhance email and contact management for improved efficiency. Discover the Information Viewer and Reading Pane features, facilitating smooth multitasking and transforming your inbox into a productivity hub. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam

Lesson 3. A Comprehensive Guide to Digital Correspondence in Outlook

The art of email composition is elevated through Outlook 2013, offering sophisticated tools akin to a seasoned writer's toolkit. Delve into mail formats and customize your dictionary for seamless communication, ensuring your messages are precise and impactful. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam

Lesson 4. Optimize Your Outlook: Advanced Email Formatting Tips

Selecting appropriate fonts and font sizes is key to enhancing clarity and tone in emails, with Outlook providing versatile options such as Calibri and Arial for modernity. Effective font choices contribute to clear, professional communication, making messages compelling and accessible. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam

Lesson 5. Crafting Professional and Engaging Emails

Integrating advanced design and layout tools in document creation allows for detailed customization, ensuring that tables and text appear visually appealing and structured. Using these tools strategically boosts document clarity and accessibility within professional settings. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam

Lesson 6. Embedding Images in Emails

The art of embedding graphics in emails transforms them into captivating narratives; Outlook's SmartArt and charts serve as conduits for clearer understanding and data presentation. Through customization and strategic selection, this lesson empowers users to craft visually compelling and personalized email communication. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7. Streamlining Emails with Outlook Conversation Features

The Quick Steps feature in Outlook 2013 facilitates the automation of repetitive email tasks, effectively reducing administrative workload and allowing users to focus more on strategic initiatives. This functionality, coupled with robust junk mail management, fosters a more organized and streamlined workspace. 8 Total Points
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8. Email Organization: A Guide to Maximizing Efficiency in Outlook

Deletion of unnecessary emails and categorization in Outlook 2013 are essential practices for maintaining a clutter-free inbox. These strategies allow professionals to stay focused on relevant, actionable communication, optimizing their workflow. 8 Total Points
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9. Revolutionize Your Communication: Advanced Features in Outlook 2013

Outlook 2013 empowers users by streamlining email management through features like Mailbox Cleanup, Auto Archive, and Out of Office Assistant, enhancing productivity in the digital workplace. Mastering these tools can revolutionize your approach to communication, providing more time for strategic tasks. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10. Beyond Emails: Optimizing Contact Management in Outlook 2013

Outlook 2013 stands out by providing robust contact management, from setting up personal address books to using the detailed Global Address List for corporate environments. Features like customizable contact views and electronic business cards make it a vital element for modern communication and network enhancement. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam

Lesson 11. Unlocking the Power of Time Management: Outlook 2013 Calendar

The calendar in Outlook 2013 is a vital tool for improving time management, offering features for scheduling appointments, meetings, and events. By learning how to navigate and customize these options, users can streamline both personal and professional tasks. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam

Lesson 12. Embracing Reminders – The Key to Professional Efficiency

Reminders are essential tools that help maintain organization and efficiency in our fast-paced world, preventing missed deadlines and forgotten tasks. Utilizing Microsoft Outlook 2013, users can effectively set notifications for meetings, emails, and tasks, thus enhancing productivity and fostering a reliable professional environment. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam

Lesson 13. Streamlining Life with Outlook Tasks

Mastering tasks in Microsoft Outlook encompasses creating, managing, and prioritizing workflows with an emphasis on features like recurring tasks and status updates. The tool’s integration capabilities with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint foster seamless collaboration and real-time task synchronization for hybrid work environments. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 13 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 13 Exam

Lesson 14. Mastering Notes: Forwarding and Saving in Outlook

Mastering note creation in Outlook 2013 involves navigating to the Notes section and using the familiar sticky-note interface to jot down and save insights, ready for revisiting whenever necessary. Notes can remain open for multitasking and are easily editible, reflecting the adaptable nature of modern digital workspaces. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 14 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 14 Exam

Lesson 15. Social Media Meets Email

Outlook 2013 integrates social media, enabling users to manage updates and emails from one platform, thus streamlining professional and personal communications. By centralizing RSS feeds and social network interactions, it enhances productivity and fosters an organized approach to information consumption. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 15 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 15 Exam

Lesson 16. Harnessing Outlook 2013 for Collaborative Success

Mastering the sharing and delegation features of Outlook 2013 can transform how teams communicate and collaborate, allowing for real-time access and permission-based sharing of crucial information. Whether for a calendar or email folders, these tools empower users to navigate workflow complexities with ease. 44 Total Points
  • Lesson 16 Video
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 16 Exam
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
188
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe what Microsoft Outlook 2013 is and why it is useful to your computing needs.
  • Demonstrate Outlook 2013 setup, navigation, sending and receiving email messages.
  • Demonstrate formatting messages and adding tables and pictures to email messages.
  • Demonstrate working with messages, organizing email, and using advanced mail features in Outlook 2013.
  • Demonstrate using address books and contacts in Outlook 2013.
  • Demonstrate using the calendar, reminders, tasks, and notes in Outlook 2013.
  • Demonstrate using social media in outlook 2013.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.