Online Class: Windows 8

Embark on a learning journey with this course designed to demystify Windows 8's advanced user interface and toolkit, empowering learners to replicate tasks with the deftness of seasoned practitioners. Engaging multimedia will escort you through each feature, from touchscreen navigation to app utilization, rendering you thoroughly versed in this operating system.
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  • 13
    Lessons
  • 15
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

This course is a comprehensive study of Windows 8, featuring an in-depth tour and how-to instructions designed to teach students Microsoft's latest operating system.   All students will learn how to navigate the seemingly complicated interface, locate the files and folders they need, and use Windows 8 with the same accuracy, familiarity, and productivity as they have prior versions of Windows.

Each lesson covers a different topic about Windows 8 and provides step-by-step instructions for how to complete each task.  This course will also walk you through everything you need to know, not only telling you how to do it, but showing you through screen captures, snapshots, and streaming video.   Even if you've never used a Window operating system before, this course will teach you everything you need to know to use Windows 8 like an expert.

You'll learn:

·    All about the new interface

·    All about charms

·    How to use Windows 8's new touchscreen features

·    How to access the onscreen keyboard -- even if you don't have touch capabilities

·    How to use the Start screen to make using Windows more enjoyable

·    All about File Explorer

·    How to search for files on your computer and the Internet using Windows 8

·    How to use the various apps on the Start screen

·    And much, much more.

This course will teach you Windows 8 so that you can use it just as easily (if not better) as you did previous versions. By the time you're finished, you'll be as familiar with the new operating system as you are the back of your hand! You do not need Windows 8 to successfully complete this course. However, it helps to follow along by actually using the operating system. In addition, if you want to successfully complete the lesson assignments, you will need access to Windows 8.

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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. Windows 8 Unveiled

The “Mastering Windows 8” course is an immersive guide that provides comprehensive tutorials with visual aids and exercises to equip users with efficient skills. It aims to enhance user understanding and application of Windows 8 features through experiential learning. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: Why this Course?
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 : Introduction to Windows 8

Lesson 2. Windows 8 Essentials: A Comprehensive Guide

Windows 8's Start screen challenges the conventional desktop paradigm with vibrant tiles representing apps and files, creating a dynamic and interactive interface. These live tiles update in real-time, providing immediate insights, which signifies a pivotal shift toward modern web and app interfaces aligning with users' rapid information access needs. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 : The Windows 8 Interface

Lesson 3. The Touchscreen Experience

Windows 8's introduction of touchscreen abilities and its seminal charms bar feature facilitated seamless control over devices, intertwining functionality and accessibility. This approach bridged the gap between physical and digital interaction, showcasing an elegant navigation system that set the stage for future innovations in user interface design. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 : Input Options

Lesson 4. Windows 8: Personalizing User Settings for a Better Experience

Windows 8 provides users with a modern approach to system settings, shifting from the traditional Control Panel to a more intuitive Settings charm for a tailored technology experience. This lesson empowers users to customize display, network, sound, brightness, and power settings, aligning with their individual needs. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 : Working With and Customizing Windows Settings

Lesson 5. Crafting a Personal Workspace in Windows 8

Windows 8's customizable interface stands as a testament to evolving user-centric design, ensuring personal style and workflow efficiency go hand in hand. As users engage with these features, they not only enhance functionality but nurture a personalized environment that inspires creativity and focus. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 : Customizing Windows 8

Lesson 6. Exploring Windows 8's Innovative Search Capabilities

Windows 8 revolutionized searching by integrating it seamlessly into the Start screen, allowing users to instantly access applications and files simply by typing. This innovation reduced navigation time and increased productivity by leveraging real-time processing for efficient information retrieval. 8 Total Points
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 : Searching with Windows 8

Lesson 7. Tailoring Your Digital Environment for Enhanced Usability

Features like Snap-To options and pointer trails in Windows 8 improve user efficiency in task-heavy environments, guiding the pointer to default selections and enhancing visibility on large screens. These intuitive tools simplify navigation and are particularly beneficial for data entry tasks, boosting productivity. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 : Accessibility Settings

Lesson 8. Empowering Users: Navigating Digital Safety in Windows 8

By managing app permissions and leveraging built-in tools like Windows Defender, Windows 8 enhances both security and user experience. Adjusting privacy settings fosters trust, creating a safe digital environment parallel to real-world interactions. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 : Users and Privacy

Lesson 9. Effortless App Management: From Pinned Desktop to Start Screen

Windows 8's introduction marks a pivotal transition towards app-focused computing, making technology integration seamless across devices. Users benefit from enhanced productivity as they adapt to this new ecosystem where traditional programs like Microsoft Office coexist with innovative apps. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 : Working With Apps

Lesson 10. Streamline Your Digital Workspace

Explore the essential skills of file management through Windows 8's File Explorer, designed to enhance your digital productivity. The lesson covers key aspects like navigation, organization, sharing, and backup strategies, all while demystifying the Ribbon interface for efficient task handling. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 : File Management

Lesson 11. Sync and Share: The Windows 8 Way

OneDrive simplifies file sharing and storage, empowering users to share and collaborate on projects with ease while eliminating cumbersome email attachments. Integrated with Windows 8, it enables convenient access to files through installed apps, facilitating both uploading and collaborative workflows. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 : Settings for Sharing and Files

Lesson 12. Effortless Communication and Scheduling with Windows 8

Weather predictions are integral to daily planning and safety, with the Windows Weather app offering real-time updates that ensure preparedness for both personal and professional events. Informed decisions regarding travel and scheduling are made possible through reliable forecasts, which enhance comfort and optimize planning. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 12 : Managing People and Time

Lesson 13. Transforming Your Digital Experience Through Images and Audio

Utilizing the Photos app in Windows 8 allows users to explore a dynamic interface, which even incorporates images from OneDrive and social media. Set cherished photos as your Start screen tile or lock screen for a personalized daily experience. 41 Total Points
  • Lesson 13 Video
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Reasons for Taking this Course; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 13 : Pictures and Music
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
153
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe Windows 8 actually is and what it can do for you.
  • Demonstrate using the Windows 8 interface.
  • Demonstrate working with and customizing Windows settings.
  • Demonstrate how to customize Windows 8.
  • Demonstrate searching with Windows 8.
  • Summarize accessibility settings and options in Windows 8.
  • Describe users and privacy issues with Windows 8.
  • Demonstrate working with apps and file management in Windows 8
  • Summarize settings for sharing folders and files.
  • Summarize processes for managing people and time.
  • Describe how to access and organize your pictures and music.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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