Word Processing: Self-A

Word Processing
Self-Assessment
Adapted from MnSCU/U of M Distance Learning Initiative
Modified by Hari Wibawanto, for  Semarang State University Student and Immersion Class Purposes

These competencies are minimum standards for all students; some majors may require more advanced competencies earlier. This list may be used for a number of customized applications, such as requirements for certain staff positions. This list was validated by representatives from industry and U of M/MnSCU higher education (June, 1997).


Rate your skills in each areas:

0 = no ability
1 = very limited ability
2 = sufficient for basic tasks only
3 = good, adequate for most tasks
4 = very proficient (can come up with new solutions)
5 = expert (can teach it to others)

Individuals should be able to create a document on the computer using a word processing program. This would include the ability to:

perform basic word processing tasks, such as:

 (......) enter text
 (......) select object (e.g. text, graphics)
 (......) save document files
 (......) print document files
 (......) use document preview option

perform editing tasks such as:

 (......) cut and copy and paste selected object
 (......) insert and delete selected object
 (......) make corrections using spell check
 (......) make corrections using grammar check
 (......) use thesaurus

perform formatting tasks, such as:

 (......) select and change fonts
 (......) select and change styles (e.g. boldface, italics, underlining)
 (......) select and change font sizes
 (......) set line spacing (e.g. single space, double space, etc.)
 (......) insert page numbers
 (......) set paragraph alignment (e.g.left, right, center, justified)
 (......) set paragraph indentation (e.g.first-line indent, hanging indent)
 (......) create itemized lists (e.g. bullets, numbered lists)
 (......) set margins
 (......) set tabs
 (......) insert page breaks
 (......) create tables

create references and citations, such as:

 (......) footnotes/endnotes
 (......) works cited page
 (......) insert headers/footers