Lesson 9

Spreadsheets

Use spreadsheets to organize information into rows and columns. This is about structure, not just numbers.

Project: Learn how to create spreadsheets using Google Sheets online and Apache OpenOffice offline. Skill: Practical computer use

Your project

Learn how to create spreadsheets using Google Sheets online and Apache OpenOffice offline.

Steps

  • Open Google Sheets and create a new sheet.
  • Add column headers.
  • Enter at least five rows of real data.
  • Create the same table in Apache OpenOffice.
  • Save both versions clearly.

What to practice

  • Use one kind of information per column.
  • Keep headers short and clear.
  • Check your entries for mistakes.
  • Notice how spreadsheets help sort information.
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