GO! with Windows 10 Introductory, 1st edition
Published by Pearson (November 3, 2016) © 2017
- Shelley Gaskin Pasadena City College
- Heddy Pritchard Miami Dade CC
- AUthor Supplements Author
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Engage Students with a Project-Based Approach
GO!’s project-based approach clusters the learning objectives around the projects, rather than around software features. Overall, this approach teaches students to solve real problems as they practice and learn the features.
Texts are organized by student learning outcomes and numbered objectives with two instructional projects per chapter, along with a wide variety of end-of-chapter projects where students apply what they have learned in outcome-based assessments, problem-solving, and critical thinking projects, most of which require students to create the project from scratch.
Students learn important concepts when they need to: the teachable moment approach, where, explanations are woven into the steps of the project.
Each Project Opening Page clearly outlines Project Activities (what the student will do in this project), Project Files (what starting files are needed, and what they will be saved as), and Project Results (what their finished project will look like).
Motivate Students with an Easy-to-Use Design
- Clear instructions are written following Microsoft® Procedural Syntax, directing students first on where to go, then what to do when performing tasks.
- The clean design of the pages of the GO! series are uncluttered, with lots of screenshots for visual learners.
- Sequential numbered pagination in the GO! series are numbered sequentially, like every other textbook the student is using, instead of using letters or abbreviations.
- Objectives are indicated with page references so that students instantly know where each objective is covered.
- Another Way boxed features provide students with alternative methods of completing tasks. These boxes are presented in the margin instead of right in line with the steps of the project to avoid confusion.
- Color-Coded Steps guide students through the projects.
- End-of-Project Icons give students a clearly identifiable end point for each project, and are useful in self-paced or online environments.
- NEW! Windows 10 Videos keep students up-to-date with the most recent changes in Windows.
- NEW! Design completely updated and revised to reflect the look of Windows 10 and Office 2013 while it enhances readability.
- NEW! Enhanced Chapter Openers include a more detailed introduction to the A&B instructional projects, and clearer chapter objectives and outcomes.
- NEW! GO! Learn it Online Section at the end of the chapter directs students to more learning opportunities like multiple choice and fill-in-the-blank activities.
- NEW! Updated and new styles for in-text boxed content–including Another Way, Notes, More Knowledge, Alerts, and new By Touch instructions–give students a clear view of additional resources and tips.
- NEW! Clearly indicated Built from Scratch projects–GO! has always had Built from Scratch projects, but for 2013, we added an icon to really call them out!
- NEW! Visual Summary focuses on the four key concepts to remember from each chapter.
- NEW! Review and Assessment Guide summarizes the end-of-chapter assessments for a quick overview of the different types/levels of assignments for each chapter.
- NEW! Skills and Procedures Summary chart for each chapter is provided online, featuring handy shortcut key tips.
- NEW! End-of-chapter Key Term Glossary with definitions for each chapter, plus a comprehensive end-of-book glossary.
Teach the Course You Want in Less Time
The GO! series’ one-of-a-kind instructional system provides you with everything you need to prepare for class, teach the material, and assess your students.
Prepare
- Office 2010 to 2013 Transition Guide
- Syllabus Template — Course calendar planner for 8-, 12-, and 16-week formats
- List of Chapter Outcomes and Objectives
- Assignment Sheet — All possible assignments are listed per chapter
- Assignment Planning Guide — Description of the GO! assignments with recommendations based on class size, delivery method, and student needs
- Student Data Files — Examples of homework submissions to serve as samples for students
- Online Study Guide for Students — Interactive objective-style questions based on chapter content
Teach
- Scripted Lectures are provided to the instructor, which mirror the A & B projects in each chapter and can be used for in-class instruction.
- PowerPoint slides feature key points of each chapter.
- Student Videos accompany each A and B project to provide students with a visual walkthrough of the project by the author.
Assess
- Assignment Tags are scoring checklists for each assignment, including the GO! Think projects.
- Prepared Exams are cumulative exams for each project, chapter, and application that are easy to score using the provided checklist and scorecards with point suggestions for each task.
- Solution Files are available in the application and in PDF format.
- Rubrics and Scorecards provide guidelines for grading open-ended projects.
- Annotated Solution Files are designed to help instructors very quickly and easily grade assignments.
- The Test Bank test-generating program allows instructors to add, edit, or delete questions from the test bank; analyze test results; and organize a database of exams and student results.
Student Resources
The Companion Web Site www.pearsonhighered.com/go
includes all student data files referenced in the book, Glossary, an interactive study guide, supporting videos and simulations.
- Interactive Simulations: For each Concept chapter, an interactive simulation of a key computer concept is included, allowing students to learn by doing
- Online Study Guide: Interactive quizzes let students practice and get immediate answers and feedback
Motivate Students with an Easy-to-Use Design
- New Windows 10 Videos keep students up-to-date with the most recent changes in Windows.
- Design completely updated and revised to reflect the look of Windows 10 and Office 2013 while it enhances readability.
- Enhanced Chapter Openers include a more detailed introduction to the A&B instructional projects, and clearer chapter objectives and outcomes.
- GO! Learn it Online Section at the end of the chapter directs students to more learning opportunities like multiple choice and fill-in-the-blank activities.
- Updated and new styles for in-text boxed content—including Another Way, Notes, More Knowledge, Alerts, and new By Touch instructions—give students a clear view of additional resources and tips.
- Clearly indicated Built from Scratch projects—GO! has always had Built from Scratch projects, but for 2013, we added an icon to really call them out!
- Visual Summary focuses on the four key concepts to remember from each chapter.
- Review and Assessment Guide summarizes the end-of-chapter assessments for a quick overview of the different types/levels of assignments for each chapter.
- Skills and Procedures Summary chart for each chapter is provided online, featuring handy shortcut key tips.
- End-of-chapter Key Term Glossary with definitions for each chapter, plus a comprehensive end-of-book glossary.
- Annotated Solution Files are designed to help instructors very quickly and easily grade assignments.
- The Test Bank test-generating program allows instructors to add, edit, or delete questions from the test bank; analyze test results; and organize a database of exams and student results.
CHAPTER 1: GETTING STARTED WITH WINDOWS 10
Project 1A Getting to Know Windows 10
Objective 1 Explore the Windows 10 Environment
* Activity 1.01 Identifying Apps and Platforms
* Activity 1.02 Recognizing User Accounts in Windows 10
* Activity 1.03 Turning On Your Computer, Signing In, and Exploring the Windows 10 Environment
* Activity 1.04 OPTIONAL Changing Your Desktop Background and Lock Screen Image
* Activity 1.05 OPTIONAL Creating a PIN to Use in Place of Passwords
Objective 2 Use File Explorer and Desktop Apps to Create a New Folder and Save a File
* Activity 1.06 Pinning a Program and Adding a Toolbar to the Taskbar
* Activity 1.07 Creating a New Folder to Store a File
* Activity 1.08 Creating and Saving a File
Objective 3 Identify the Functions of the Windows 10 Operating System
* Activity 1.09 Identifying Operating System Functions and Windows App Functions
Objective 4 Discover Windows 10 Features
* Activity 1.10 Using Windows Apps
* Activity 1.11 Using Task View, Snap Assist, and Virtual Desktops
* Activity 1.12 Organizing Your Start Menu and Getting Apps from the Windows Store
* Activity 1.13 Using the Windows 10 Action Center
* Activity 1.14 Using Cortana and Searching For Help
* Activity 1.15 Using the Microsoft Edge Browser
Objective 5 Sign Out of Windows 10, Turn Off Your Computer, and Manage User Accounts
* Activity 1.16 Locking, Signing Out of, and Shutting Down Your Computer
* Activity 1.17 Customizing and Managing User Accounts
Objective 6 Manage Your Windows 10 System
* Activity 1.18 Managing Windows Updates, Notifications, and Backup
* Activity 1.19 Managing Windows Defender and Windows Firewall
Project 1B Managing Programs, Files, and Folders
Objective 7 Download and Extract Files and Folders
* Activity 1.20 Downloading Files From a Website
Objective 8 Use File Explorer to Display Locations, Folders, and Files
* Activity 1.21 Navigating with File Explorer
* Activity 1.22 Using File Explorer to Display Locations, Folders, and Files
Objective 9 Start Programs and Open Data Files
* Activity 1.23 Starting Programs
* Activity 1.24 Opening Data Files
* Activity 1.25 Searching, Pinning, Sorting, and Filtering in File Explorer
Objective 10 Create, Rename, and Copy Files and Folders
* Activity 1.26 Copying Files from a Removable Storage Device to the Documents Folder on the Hard Disk Drive
* Activity 1.27 Creating Folders, Renaming Folders, and Renaming Files
* Activity 1.28 Copying Files
* Activity 1.29 Moving Files
* Activity 1.30 Copying and Moving Files by Snapping Two Windows
* Activity 1.31 Deleting Files and Using the Recycle Bin
Objective 11 Use OneDrive as Cloud Storage
* Activity 1.32 Using OneDrive as Cloud Storage
CHAPTER 2: MANAGING FILES, FOLDERS, AND USING SEARCH
Project 2A Managing Files and Folders
Objective 1 Copy Files from a Removable Storage Device to the Hard Disk Drive
* Activity 2.01 Copying Files from a Removable Storage Device to the Documents Library on the Hard Disk Drive
Objective 2 Navigate by Using File Explorer
* Activity 2.02 Pinning a Location to a Jump List
Objective 3 Create, Name, and Save Files
* Activity 2.03 Pinning a Program to the Taskbar
* Activity 2.04 Naming and Saving Files in Word and Excel
Objective 4 Create Folders and Rename Folders and Files
* Activity 2.05 Creating Folders and Renaming Folders and Files
Objective 5 Select, Copy, and Move Files and Folders
* Activity 2.06 Selecting Groups of Files or Folders in the File List
* Activity 2.07 Copying Files
* Activity 2.08 Moving Files
* Activity 2.09 Copying and Moving Files by Using Two Windows
* Activity 2.10 Copying and Moving Files Among Different Drives
* Activity 2.11 Copying Files and Folders to a Compressed Folder
* Activity 2.12 Copying Files and Folders to a CD/DVD
Objective 6 Delete Files and Folders and Use the Recycle Bin
* Activity 2.13 Deleting Files and Folders Using the Recycle Bin
Project 2B Searching Your Computer
Objective 7 Search From Cortana
* Activity 2.14 Searching from Cortana
Objective 8 Search From a Folder Window
* Activity 2.15 Searching From a Folder Window and Applying a Filter to Search Results
Objective 9 Save, Reuse, and Delete a Search
* Activity 2.16 Saving, Reusing, and Deleting a Search
Objective 10 Search Settings
* Activity 2.17 Searching for Settings
Objective 11 Add Tags to Improve a Search
* Activity 2.18 Adding and Searching for a Tag
CHAPTER 3: ADVANCED FILE MANAGEMENT AND ADVANCED SEARCHING
Project 3A Using Advanced File Management Techniques
Objective 1 Navigate by Using the Address Bar
* Activity 3.01 Navigating by Using the Address Bar
Objective 2 Create and Navigate Quick Access
* Activity 3.02 Creating and Navigating Favorites Quick Access (Favorites is now Quick access area)
Objective 3 Personalize the Display of Folders and Files
* Activity 3.03 Locating and Identifying Subfolders in the Personal Folders
* Activity 3.04 Using the Folder Options Dialog Box to Change How Folders Function and Display
* Activity 3.05 Personalizing Views and Using the Arrange By Feature (Group by is similar to Arrange By BUT does NOT include all of the Arrange By functionality and quirky — may want to remove this)
* Activity 3.06 Sorting Files by Properties
Objective 4 Recognize File Types and Associate Files with Programs
* Activity 3.07 Recognizing File Types and Associating Files with Programs
Project 3B Using Advanced Search Techniques
Objective 5 Filter Searches in the Search Box
* Activity 3.08 Creating and Adding Tags
* Activity 3.09 Filtering a Search by Using Properties
* Activity 3.10 Filtering a Search by Using Boolean Operators and Quotes, and Natural Language (Natural Language is NOT an option with Windows 10)
Objective 6 Search by Using the Search Folder
* Activity 3.11 Searching with a Filter
* Activity 3.12 Using Custom Search
Objective 7 Save a Search, Manage Search Behavior, and Manage the Index
* Activity 3.13 Saving a Search, Managing Search Behavior, and Managing the Index
CHAPTER 4: SEARCHING THE WEB
Project 4A Searching the Web Using the Define, Contains, Filetype, Domain, and Site Operators
Objective 1 Search the Web Using the Define Operator
* Activity 4.01 Searching the Web Using the Define Operator
Objective 2 Search the Web Using the Contains Operator
* Activity 4.02 Searching the Web Using the Contains Operator
Objective 3 Search the Web Using the Filetype Operator
* Activity 4.03 Searching the Web Using the Filetype Operator
Objective 4 Search the Web Using the Domain Operator
* Activity 4.04 Searching the Web Using the Domain Operator
Objective 5 Search the Web Using the Phrase Operator
* Activity 4.05 Searching the Web Using the Phrase Operator
Objective 6 Search the Web Using the Site Operator
* Activity 4.06 Searching the Web Using the Site Operator
Project 4B Searching Websites in a Specific Language and by Using Boolean Operators
Objective 7 Search Websites in a Specific Language
* Activity 4.07 Searching Websites in a Specific Language
Objective 8 Search Websites Using the AND Boolean Operator
* Activity 4.08 Searching Websites Using the AND Boolean Operator
Objective 9 Search Websites Using the OR Boolean Operator
* Activity 4.09 Searching Websites Using the OR Boolean Operator
Objective 10 Search the Web Using Multiple Operators
* Activity 4.10 Searching the Web Using Multiple Operators
CHAPTER 5: MANAGING AND MONITORING YOUR COMPUTER
Project 5A Manage Your Computer’s Settings
Objective 1 Manage System Settings
* Activity 5.01 Managing System Settings
Objective 2 Manage Devices
* Activity 5.02 Managing Devices
Objective 3 Manage Your Network and Internet Connections
* Activity 5.03 Managing Your Network and Internet Connections
Objective 5 Personalize Your System
* Activity 5.04 Personalizing Your System
Objective 5 Manage User Accounts and Family Safety
* Activity 5.05 Managing User Accounts and Family Safety
Objective 6 Manage Time, Language, and Ease of Access
* Activity 5.06 Managing Time, Language, and Ease of Access
Objective 7 Manage Privacy and Security Settings
* Activity 5.07 Managing Privacy and Security Settings
Objective 8 Back Up and Restore Your Files
* Activity 5.08 Backing Up and Restoring Your Files
Project 5B Optimize and Monitor System Performance
Objective 9 Locate System Information
* Activity 5.09 Locating System Information
Objective 10 Install and Uninstall Programs
* Activity 5.10 Installing and Uninstalling Programs
Objective 11 Use Task Manager
* Activity 5.11 Using Task Manager
Objective 12 Track System Performance
* Activity 5.12 Tracking System Performance
Shelley Gaskin, Series Editor for the GO! Series, is a professor of business and computer technology at Pasadena City College in Pasadena, California. She holds a master's degree in business education from Northern Illinois University and a doctorate in adult and community education from Ball State University. Dr. Gaskin has 15 years of experience in the computer industry with several Fortune 500 companies and has developed and written training materials for custom systems applications in both the public and private sector. She is also the author of books on Microsoft Outlook and word processing.
Nancy Graviett is a professor in the Business and Computer Science department at St. Charles Community College in Cottleville, Missouri, where she is the program coordinator for the Business Administrative Systems program and teaches within the program. Nancy is also very active with distance learning and teaches in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats. She holds a master’s degree from University of Missouri. Nancy holds Microsoft® Certified Application Specialist certification in multiple applications and provides training both on and off campus. In her free time, Nancy enjoys quilting and spending time with family and friends.
Debra Geoghan is currently an associate professor of computer and information science at Bucks County Community College, teaching computer classes ranging from basic computer literacy to cybercrime, computer forensics, and networking. She has earned certifications from Microsoft, CompTIA, Apple, and others. Deb has taught at the college level since 1996 and also spent 11 years in the high school classroom. She holds a B.S. in Secondary Science Education from Temple University and an M.A. in Computer Science Education from Arcadia University. Throughout her teaching career, Deb has worked with other educators to integrate technology across the curriculum. At BCCC, she serves on many technology committees, presents technology workshops for BCCC faculty, and runs a summer workshop for K-12 teachers interested in using technology in their classrooms. Deb is an avid user of technology which has earned her the nickname “gadget lady”.
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