Muhammad Arfaq Malik

Computer Application in Education

ED-702

1. Definition of spreadsheets.
2. Learn the parts of the Excel window.
Data inserting and sorting.
Using formula presenting data in charts.
Spreadsheets enhancing teaching learning
process

Topic
Definition of spreadsheet
A spreadsheet is a document that stores
data in a framework of horizontal rows
and vertical columns. Rows are typically
labeled using numbers (1, 2, 3, etc.),
while columns are labeled with letters (A,
B, C, Microsoft Office Excel 2007.lnk

Working With Data
. Data that is organized in columns or
rows can utilize various formatting
methods.
Microsoft Excel can import these various
types of data.

Sorting data is sometimes necessary.
This data is currently in alphabetical
order by last name. Sort it by city
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Sorting data
Sorting data
Insert an additional
worksheet,Rows,colu
ms,symbol,pagebrak,
coment etc inside
this workbook. Click
on Insert and go to
any above mention
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You can rename the
new sheet by right
clicking on its tab at
the bottom, and
selecting Rename
from the menu.
Highlight the data you
want to graphically
represent. Then click
the chart wizard icon on
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Charts and Graphs
You can also
launch the
Chart Wizard
by selecting
Insert/Chart.
Formulas and Functions
Formulas are equations that perform calculations on values in your
worksheet. A formula starts with an equal sign (=). For example,
the following formula multiplies 2 by 3 and then adds 5 to the
result. =5+2*3
Functions are predefined formulas that perform calculations by
using specific values, called arguments, in a particular order, or
structure. Functions can be used to perform simple or complex
calculations.
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Looking at cell L19, we
can see that there are
no special functions
associated with the
data. Using a simple
function can help make
regular updates to the
data easier.
The same can be done using a
formula, instead of a function.
=I12+I13+I14+I15+I16+I17+
I18
This long expression helps to
show why functions are Useful
tools.
A variety of functions are
available. In cell L21, I can
use the average function to
determine a yearly average
for forecasted revenue.
fx=AVERAGE(I19:K19) or
fx=AVERAGE(I19, J19, K19)
or fx=(I19+J19+K19)/3
Increase the wideness of course content
Because spreadsheets can be used to quickly solve complicated
mathematical models, several authors have suggested that more
complicated topics In individual disciplines, spreadsheets have been
used to teach mathematics and introductory physics



































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Increase the depth of course content

Sometimes data sets are too large or models are
too complicated to allow important exploration
with just a pencil, paper and calculator. Using
spreadsheets allows for a variety of scenarios to
be explored quickly . spreadsheets can help
develop skills in teaching science, technology,
engineering and mathematics from the basic to
advanced level.

Improve critical thinking skills

A number of studies have suggested
that using the spreadsheet platform
can also enhance critical thinking
skills.

Improve quantitative literacy


Any course that uses tables of data,
equations, graphs, or based on
quantitative information provides an
opportunity for students to enhance
fluency in quantitative methods.
Physical involvement of students

Constructing and using spreadsheet models forces
students to "get their hands dirty." That is, when
students directly interact with a model or data, they
maybe able to understand it better than they would
by taking in a lecture or reading a text. Research
has suggested that students learn more when they
are engaged with research, and that creative use of
technology can support this process.


A word processor is an
application that allows
the user to compose and
edit simple documents
What is word processor word processor
Word Processing
Software that assists in preparation and
printing of text documents
Functions
Create
Edit
Saving
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Merges: Merge text from one file into
another file. This is particularly useful for
generating many files that have example
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Merges
tables of contents and indexes: Allows
you to automatically create a table of
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Insert Tables
A macro is a character or word that represents a
series of keystrokes. The keystrokes can represent
text or commands. The ability to define macros
allows you to save yourself a lot of time by replacing
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Macros
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