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This document outlines a guide for Grade 8 learners to master word processing skills, focusing on creating structured documents with headings and applying page layout features. It includes detailed instructions, examples, and practice questions to enhance understanding. The guide culminates in a summative assessment to evaluate the learners' grasp of the concepts taught.

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Creating_editing docs, text formatting, page setup (CBSE)

This document outlines a guide for Grade 8 learners to master word processing skills, focusing on creating structured documents with headings and applying page layout features. It includes detailed instructions, examples, and practice questions to enhance understanding. The guide culminates in a summative assessment to evaluate the learners' grasp of the concepts taught.

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Title: Mastering Word Processing Skills in Grade 8

Learning Objectives:
• Learners will be able to open a word processor and create a 2-page document with
headings.
• Learners will apply page layout features such as line spacing, margins, and
header/footer.
Introduction: Welcome to the world of word processing! Imagine writing a story, creating
a report, or designing a project—all neatly formatted and easy to read. Word processors
like Microsoft Word or Google Docs make it possible. In this guide, you will learn how to
create a professional-looking document by applying various formatting features.

Topic 1: Creating a Document with Headings


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Introduction: Have you ever read a book or a report? Notice how they have titles and
headings to organize the content. In this topic, you will learn how to create a document
with clear and structured headings.
Detailed Explanation: A word processor allows you to create documents with various
elements such as text, images, and tables. To start, open your word processor and create a
new document. Here are the steps to add headings:
1. Open a new document in your word processor.
2. Type your main title at the top of the page.
3. Select the text and choose a 'Heading 1' style from the style menu.
4. Continue typing your content, using 'Heading 2' or 'Heading 3' for subheadings.
Example: Create a document titled "My Favourite Hobby." Use "Heading 1" for the main
title and "Heading 2" for sections like "Introduction," "Why I Love It," and "Conclusion."
Reflection:
• Practice Question: What are the steps to apply a heading style to text in a word
processor?

Topic 2: Applying Page Layout Features


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Introduction: Imagine reading a book where the text is crammed together with no space—
it would be hard to read! Page layout features like line spacing, margins, and
headers/footers make documents readable and professional.
Detailed Explanation: Page layout features help structure your document. Here’s how you
can apply them:
• Line Spacing: Adjust the space between lines to make your text easy to read. Common
settings are single, 1.5, or double spacing.
• Margins: Set the distance between the text and the edge of the page. Standard margins
are usually 1 inch on all sides.
• Header/Footer: Add information like your name, date, or page numbers at the top
(header) or bottom (footer) of each page.
Example: Create a document titled "My Revision Plan." Set line spacing to 2.0, margins to 1
inch, and insert a header with your name and a footer with page numbers.
Reflection:
• Practice Question: Describe how you would change the line spacing in a document.

Summary: In this guide, you have learned how to create a structured document using
headings and how to apply page layout features like line spacing, margins, and
headers/footers. These skills will help you present your work in a clear and professional
manner.
Summative Assessment:
Multiple Choice Questions:
1. What is the purpose of using headings in a document?

– a) To change the font size


– b) To organize content
– c) To add images
– d) To check spelling
2. Which of the following is a page layout feature?

– a) Bold text
– b) Line spacing
– c) Italics
– d) Underline
True/False Questions:
1. Headers are located at the bottom of the page. (False)
2. Margins determine the space between text and the edge of the page. (True)
Long Answer Question: Explain the steps you would take to format a document with a
title, headings, double line spacing, and a footer containing page numbers. Include why
each step is important for document readability.

Activities:
1. Starter (5 min):

– "What are the steps to start a new document?" Students quickly list steps on
paper.
2. Teacher Demo (15 min):

– Project or walk through: Create doc → set line spacing to 2.0 → apply margins →
insert header.
3. Hands-On Practice (40 min):

– Each student replicates the steps, making a doc titled “My Revision Plan.”
– Insert “header” with name, “footer” with page number.
4. Peer-Review (15 min):

– Students swap seats and check if partner’s doc meets all tasks.
– Provide friendly feedback.
5. Past Question Practice (15 min):

– Use a short question from COMPUTING(1): “Explain the steps to change text
case.”
– Students answer in bullet form.

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