Word processing

General level descriptors

Level 1 Unit 2 - Word Processing (3 credits)

Level 2 Unit 2 - Word Processing (4 credits)

1. 1. Enter and combine text and other information accurately within word processing documents

2. 2. Create and modify layout and structures for word processing documents

3. 3. Use word processing software tools to format and present documents effectively to meet requirements

1.1 I can identify what types of information are needed in documents 2.1 I can identify the document requirements for structure and style 3.1 I can identify how the document should be formatted to aid meaning
1.2 I can use appropriate techniques to enter text and other information accurately and efficiently 2.2 I can identify what templates and styles are available and when to use them 3.2 I can select and use appropriate techniques to format characters and paragraphs
1.3 I can select and use appropriate templates for different purposes 2.3 I can create and modify columns, tables and forms to organise information 3.3 I can select and use appropriate page and section layouts to present and print documents
1.4 I can identify when and how to combine and merge information from other software or other documents 2.4 I can select and apply styles to text 3.4 I can describe any quality problems with documents
1.5 I can select and use a range of editing tools to amend document content 3.5 I can check documents meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as necessary
1.6 I can combine or merge information within a document from a range of sources 3.6 I can respond appropriately to quality problems with documents so that outcomes meet needs
1.7 I can store and retrieve document and template files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available

Level 3, Unit 2 - Word Processing (6 credits)

1. 1. Enter and combine text and other information accurately within word processing documents

2. 2. Create and modify appropriate layouts, structures and styles for word processing documents

3. 3. Use word processing software tools and techniques to format and present documents effectively to meet requirements

1.1 I can summarise what types of information are needed for the document and how they should be linked or integrated 2.1 I can analyse and explain the requirements for structure and style 3.1 I can explain how the information should be formatted to aid meaning
1.2 I can use appropriate techniques to enter text and other types of information accurately and efficiently 2.2 I can create, use and modify columns, tables and forms to organise information 3.2 I can select and use appropriate techniques to format characters and paragraphs
1.3 I can create, use and modify appropriate templates for different types of documents 2.3 I can define and modify styles for document elements 3.3 I can select and use appropriate page and section layouts to present and print multi-page and multi-section documents
1.4 I can explain how to combine and merge information from other software or multiple documents 2.4 I can select and use tools and techniques to organise and structure long documents 3.4 I can check documents meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as necessary
1.5 I can combine and merge information within a document from a range of sources 3.5 I can evaluate the quality of the documents produced to ensure they are fit for purpose
1.6 I can store and retrieve document and associated files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available 3.6 I can respond appropriately to any quality problems with documents to ensure that outcomes meet needs and are fit for purpose
1.7 I can select and use tools and techniques to work with multiple documents or users
1.8 I can customise interface to meet needs

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