Instructional Video

Excel 2016: Intro to Formulas

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How do techies use formulas in an Excel spreadsheet to calculate numerical data?  A short instructional video teaches scholars about cell references, mathematical operators, and models how to create, copy, and edit formulas. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Provide time for students to practice creating formulas in Excel 
Classroom Considerations
  • Covers a lot of information briefly; may need to play more than once
  • Provide headphones and a computer for each listener, or use speakers if showing the video to the entire class 
  • 12th installment of 27 videos from the Microsoft Excel 2016 set
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Provides a helpful text lesson 
  • Screen sharing and slow-paced narration help enhance comprehension 
Cons
  • None
Common Core