Essential Learning Kit (TLE) for Grade 7 (2024)

**ESSENTIAL LEARNING KIT** **\*ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCIES:** At the end of this essential learning kit, the learner should be able to: a. Identify page break command, auto tables of contents, mail merge, and reference b. Justify the use of word documents c. Create word documents wit...

**ESSENTIAL LEARNING KIT** **\*ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCIES:** At the end of this essential learning kit, the learner should be able to: a. Identify page break command, auto tables of contents, mail merge, and reference b. Justify the use of word documents c. Create word documents with page breaks, auto tables of contents, mail merge, and references **\*ESSENTIAL LEARNING TARGETS:** a. I can identify page break command, auto tables of contents, mail merge, and reference b. I can justify the use of word documents. d. I can create word documents with page breaks, auto tables of contents, mail merge, and references **\*ESSENTIAL LEARNING MOTIVES (MOTIVATION):** Word Processing Word Search **\*ESSENTIAL LEARNING NOTES:** - **Word Processing Software** - is a type of application that allows users to manipulate and design text documents. It's commonly used for creating, editing, saving, and printing various types of written content. - **Page Break** - is a command that forces content following it to start on a new page. It ensures that specific sections or elements (such as tables, images, or chapters) begin on fresh pages. - - - - **Document**- A file created in Word that can contain text, images, tables, and other elements. - **PAGE BREAK** - When working on a document in Microsoft Word, you may encounter the need to start a new page at a specific point in your text. This is where a page break comes in handy. A page break is a tool that allows you to control where one-page ends, and the next one begins. Additionally, in long documents, it's essential to manage how content is distributed across pages and provide a navigation tool like a table of contents. - Page breaks are essential for controlling where a new page begins within your document. They allow you to separate content logically and ensure that specific sections start on fresh pages. - These features improve readability and professionalism. **How to insert Page Break in MS Word.** - Open the Word document that has page breaks in it. - - In the Paragraph section, click on the Pilcrow icon to show hidden characters. - Along with other hidden characters, Word will display page breaks. - You can click the Pilcrow icon again to hide the page breaks.  - Use page breaks to control where a page ends and where a new page begins. 1. Place the cursor where you want to start a new page. 2. 1. Select **Layout**. 2. In the **Paragraph** group, select the small arrow. 3. In the **Paragraph** dialog box, select **Line and Page Breaks**. 4. Under Pagination, choose the option that works best for you: - - - - **Page break before** - Select **Home \> Show/Hide.** - This will display non-printing characters---paragraph markers, section breaks, page breaks, etc.---that you may want to see while you're working on your document. - Double-click the page break so that it\'s selected, and then press Delete. 1. Select the paragraphs you want to apply the settings to. 2. Go to **Layout** or **Page Layout** and select the **Paragraph** dialog box launcher. 3. On the **Line and Page Breaks** tab, choose one or more of the following: - **Widow/Orphan control** places at least two lines of a paragraph at the top or bottom of a page. - **Keep with next** prevents breaks between paragraphs you want to stay together. - **Keep lines together** prevent page breaks in the middle of paragraphs. - **Page break before** adds a page break before a specific paragraph. - **AUTO TABLE OF CONTENTS** - Auto Table of Contents in MS Word is a handy feature that automatically generates a table of contents based on the headings in your document. - To use this tool safely and responsibly, it\'s essential to ensure that your document headings are correctly formatted with the appropriate heading styles. - This not only helps MS Word accurately generate the table of contents but also makes your document more accessible and organized for readers. - Remember to regularly update your table of contents as you make changes to your document to keep it current and user-friendly. By practicing caution and vigilance when using the Auto Table of - **Create a table of contents** - **Update the table of contents** - **Remove the table of contents** - Open the Word document where you want to insert the table of contents. - Place your cursor where you want the table of contents to appear. Highlights: Introduction.  **Step \#3: Insert a table of contents.** The built-in list offers three choices: - **Automatic Table 1** -- Word applies the main heading as Contents. It copies headings and subheadings from those in the document. - **Automatic Table 2** -- Word applies the main heading as Table of Contents. It copies headings and subheadings from those in the document. - **Manual Table** -- Word applies the main heading as Table of Contents. It allows you to manually add headings and subheadings of your choice. **Update the Table of Contents** **Step \#1: Open the document.** - - **Step \#2: Update table** - Click on Update Table. A dialog box to Update Table of Contents will open. - **Update page numbers only** - **Update entire table** You may have edited the contents of your document, but not the headings and subheadings. **Mail Merge** allows you to create a batch of personalized documents where each document shares the same layout, formatting, text, and graphics, except for specific personalized parts. - These personalized parts can include recipient names, addresses, and other customized information. - You associate a **data source** (such as an Excel spreadsheet, Outlook contact list, or any other database) with your Word document. **Common Document Types for Mail Merge**: - **Letters**: Create personalized letters with a customized greeting for each recipient. Each letter prints on a separate sheet of paper. - **Emails**: Send personalized email messages directly from Word, where each recipient\'s address is the only address on the \"To\" line. - **Envelopes or Labels**: Generate envelopes or sheets of mailing labels with names and addresses from your data source. - **Directories**: Create a list of information for each item in your data source (also known as catalogues merge). Useful for printing contact lists or grouping information. **Data Sources**: - You can use various data sources, including Excel spreadsheets, Outlook contacts, or any database that Word can connect to. - If you don\'t have an existing data source, you can even type it directly in Word during the mail merge process. In **Microsoft Word**, references and citations serve important purposes in academic and professional writing. 1. **Citations**: - Citations enhance the credibility of your work, demonstrate thorough research, and allow readers to verify the information you\'ve presented. 2. **Bibliography**: - The bibliography allows readers to explore the sources further, verify facts, and delve deeper into the topic. It also helps prevent plagiarism by giving proper credit to the original authors. 3. **Microsoft Word\'s Reference Tools**: - These tools streamline the process of organizing and formatting references, making it easier for writers to maintain consistency and adhere to specific citation styles. **Step-by-Step for Mail Merge Prepare your letter** 1. 2. Add content to your letter that's different for each person who receives it. 1. 2. Choose a format for the recipient\'s name in the **Insert Address Block** dialog box. 3. 4. 5. Select the format you want to use in the **Insert Greeting Line** dialog box. For more info, see [[Insert Greeting Line]](https://prod.support.services.microsoft.com/en-us/office/insert-greeting-line-dialog-2395b4d5-c05b-4971-ab04-2dbf4306cb1c). 6. 7. To insert other custom information from your mailing list, see [[add mail merge]](https://prod.support.services.microsoft.com/en-us/office/insert-mail-merge-fields-9a1ab5e3-2d7a-420d-8d7e-7cc26f26acff) [[fields one at a time]](https://prod.support.services.microsoft.com/en-us/office/insert-mail-merge-fields-9a1ab5e3-2d7a-420d-8d7e-7cc26f26acff). 1. Go to **Mailings** \>**Preview Results** to preview your letters. 2. 3. Select **Preview Results** again switch from the merged results back to the mail merge fields in your letter 4. Select **Finish & Merge** \>**Print Documents**. Choose **Edit Individual Documents**, **Print Documents**, or **Send Email Messages.** 1. Go to **File**\>**Save**. When you save the mail merge document, it stays connected to your mailing list for future use. 2. To reuse your mail merge document, open the mail merge document. Choose **Yes** when Word prompts you to keep the connection. 3. You can learn more about how mail merge for letters works in the following video that is part of a [[training course]](https://prod.support.services.microsoft.com/en-us/office/video-mail-merge-507b5468-f771-485d-9ef0-27857168a266). **\*ESSENTIAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES:** Direction: Guess the riddles. Identify if the riddles says about page break command, auto tables of contents, mail merge, or references. RIDDLES1: **I help you start a new, at a fresh location on the page with me, your text will split, turning the next part a new stage. What am I? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** RIDDLES2: **I take information from a list, and merge it into your document. Personalize each piece with care, to make sure it\'s perfect and prompt. What am I?\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** RIDDLES3: **When you need to organize, and chapters need a guide. I create a list for you, so you don't have to confide. What am I? ­­­­­­­\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** RDDLES4: **I help you keep track of sources, and cite with ease. Referencing is my game, making sure details please.** **What am I? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **GROUP DISCUSSION** Q1. How does using word document enhance the professional appearance like resumes and cover letter? Q2. In what ways does a word document facilitate collaborative writing and document review processes? Q3. What advantages does a word document provide for academic writing such as essays and research paper? Q4. How can a word document assist in creating structured documents like reports and contacts? Q5. What capabilities does a word document have for data organization and presentation? **GROUP ACTIVITY** **Group1.** Create a brochure for a non-fictitious event or destination.  **Group2.** Create a monthly class newsletter using Word Templates. **Group3.** Create resumes and cover letters using Word Templates. **\ **  **\*ESSENTIAL LEARNING ASSIGNMENTS:** **\*ESSENTIAL LEARNING VALUES: (CORE VALUES)** - **Academic Excellence** - **Expressiveness** - **Technological advancement** **\*ESSENTIAL LEARNING RESOURCES:** [**https://www.google.com/search**](https://www.google.com/search) [**https://www.google.com/images**](https://www.google.com/images) [**https://thewordsearch.com/puzzle/**](https://thewordsearch.com/puzzle/) Prepared by: Checked by: **JUVY ANN M. VERGANOS, LPT WOWIE M. MARIANO, LPT** SUBJECT TEACHER ACADEMIC COORDINATOR