Online Class: Microsoft Publisher 2013

Designed for all skill levels, this course will teach you how to utilize Microsoft Publisher 2013 to its full potential, turning you into a pro at publication design. Explore features such as page setup, template customization, image editing, and catalog creation to elevate your projects.
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  • 16
    Lessons
  • 18
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Microsoft Publisher allows small businesses to quickly create publications such as brochures, flyers, and posters for printing or sharing online.   You can easily create professional-looking publications by either creating them yourself from scratch or using one of the many pre-designed templates that Publisher offers.   These templates can easily be customized for the look you want.

This course will teach you all the skills you'll need to successfully use Microsoft Publisher 2013 like a professional.   Each lesson contains step-by-step instructions and detailed explanations along with HD Video tutorials to show you how to use all the features, whistles and bells of Publisher 2013.

You'll learn:

·    How to create new publications

·    How to set up pages so creating publications is easy

·    How to add shapes, images, and graphics to publications

·    How to add beautiful backgrounds and other page elements

·    How to use color correction and other photo editing tools for your publication

·    How to add, resize, and rotate objects to achieve the look you want

·    How to add tables to publications

·    How to create a product catalog using Publisher 2013

·    And so much more!

You don't need previous experience with Publisher to be able to complete this course. This course starts with basic skills, then moves forward to more advanced features and techniques. No matter your skill level with Publisher when starting this course, you will be able to successfully create any type of publication – just like a professional – when you are finished. 

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  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 
 

Course Lessons

Lesson 1. Discover Desktop Publishing with Microsoft Publisher 2013

Microsoft Publisher 2013 provides purchasing flexibility, allowing users to select between a perpetual Office 2013 license or a subscription via Microsoft 365. The software caters to various needs, with options suitable for individuals, families, and businesses—each benefiting from unique features and update policies. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam

Lesson 2. Mastering Templates in Publisher 2013

Explore the diverse range of pre-designed templates in Publisher 2013, streamlining publication creation without sacrificing quality or creativity. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam

Lesson 3. Creative Layouts Using Objects

Microsoft Publisher transforms desktop publishing by allowing seamless object manipulation, offering a dynamic mix of creativity and technical skill. Mastering the movement of text boxes and images creates visually compelling layouts suited to any publication need. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam

Lesson 4. Unveiling the Framework: Understanding Page Setup for Effective Publication

Master the art of publication creation by understanding Page Setup options in Microsoft Publisher, which are crucial for setting margins, orientation, and size to suit your design needs. Apply layout guides and rulers like an architect, transforming abstract ideas into organized documents with visual harmony. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam

Lesson 5. Visual Storytelling: The Role of Images in Modern Publications

Images are vital to enriching publications, boosting clarity and reader engagement while aiding memory retention. By leveraging tools like Microsoft Publisher, you can easily import and format images to enhance your publication's visual and informational impact. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam

Lesson 6. Effortless Image Manipulation: Enhancing Visual Storytelling

Enchant your readers by enhancing image vibrancy and executing precise color adjustments, from brightness to hue, breathing life into your visual narrative. In the digital era, Microsoft's advanced tools help you craft engaging publications with sharp, vivid imagery. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7. Creative Expression in Microsoft Publisher: Unlocking New Dimensions

Microsoft Publisher 2013 serves as a powerful canvas to create engaging publications through shape manipulation, allowing creative freedom in design. This lesson emphasizes mastering shape tools for imaginative layouts, employing shapes for visual storytelling to enhance reader engagement. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8. Microsoft Publisher: Text Revolution

Publisher's formatting capabilities allow for detailed customization akin to fine art, empowering users to switch fonts, adjust sizes, and apply unique color styles, essential for creating diverse textual moods. Such control is ideal for distinguishing different textual components in publications, effectively capturing reader attention and enhancing the narrative. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9. Streamlined Text Box Paragraph Design

Mastering text formatting involves structuring paragraphs, creating lists, and aligning text to enhance document readability and appeal. These skills are vital across various platforms and can elevate professional and personal document creation. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10. Streamlining Product Displays in Microsoft Publisher

Data lists serve as the backbone of a well-structured catalog, containing essential product information such as names, descriptions, prices, and image links. Publisher allows for both creating new lists and integrating existing data, facilitating comprehensive customization and accuracy. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam

Lesson 11. Mastering Error-Free Publishing with Microsoft Publisher

Ensuring that publications maintain design consistency across elements helps create a cohesive brand identity, a process Publisher simplifies with templates and alignment tools. Embedding interactive elements like QR codes expands content dynamically, bridging print with digital worlds for enhanced engagement. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam

Lesson 12. Efficient Table Management

Tables function as versatile tools for displaying structured data clearly, relying on rows and columns to present information methodically. Effective use of tables across various platforms facilitates streamlined data presentation, enhancing clarity and impact in any professional setting. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam

Lesson 13. Crafting Your Masterpiece: A Guide to Creating Unique Publications

Craft a harmonious page layout for an invitation by carefully balancing whitespace with content using guides in Microsoft Publisher. This ensures every element aligns perfectly, seamlessly directing the viewer's eye around the page with elegance and clarity. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 13 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 13 Exam

Lesson 14. Navigating Microsoft Publisher: A Deep Dive into Effective Design

Publisher simplifies the addition of page numbers, ensuring ease of navigation within extensive documents without complicating the design process. The master page allows seamless integration of page numbers, dates, and times, offering the same simplicity as adding diary timestamps that anchor content to specific moments. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 14 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 14 Exam

Lesson 15. From Generic to Unique: Exploring the Power of Mail Merge

Crafted for efficiency, Mail Merge in Publisher utilizes templates and databases to generate personalized documents, thus reinforcing individual connections. Its versatility extends across sectors, from creating customized student reports to sending donor thank-you notes. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 15 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 15 Exam

Lesson 16. From Paper to Pixels: Understanding Modern Publishing

Social media and digital platforms redefine content interaction, transforming it from static consumption to dynamic participation. This shift encourages real-time feedback and community building, amplifying creators' influence and reach across global demographics. 49 Total Points
  • Lesson 16 Video
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 16 Exam
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
198
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe what Microsoft Publisher 2013 is and how you can use it in both personal and professional settings.
  • Demonstrate creating a publication and working with objects.
  • Demonstrate inserting images into publications and applying formatting and corrections to images.
  • Demonstrate inserting shapes and other items into MS Publisher publications.
  • Demonstrate working with text and text boxes in MS Publisher.
  • Demonstrate formatting paragraphs within text boxes in Publisher 2013.
  • Demonstrate creating a catalog and correcting text and design errors.
  • Demonstrate using and formatting tables.
  • Demonstrate customize pages with Publisher 2013.
  • Demonstrate publishing, printing, and sharing your publications and pages in MS Publisher 2013.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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