Participant Notes: Module 1 – Introduction to the MOS PowerPoint Associate
Certification
Course Purpose & Overview
• This course is designed to prepare learners for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
PowerPoint Associate Exam (Exam Code: MOS 310).
• The certification is globally recognized and demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft
Office applications, especially PowerPoint.
• The course includes:
o Objective-based lessons
o Practical files for hands-on learning
o Chapter-end challenges
o A full-length practice exam
Instructor Introduction
• Instructor: Sharad Anand
• Goal: To guide learners through all exam objectives and help them build confidence and
proficiency in PowerPoint.
Recommended Prerequisite
• Complete the “Learning PowerPoint” course on the LMS before starting this
certification prep.
o Covers foundational skills and basic features of PowerPoint.
o Ensures readiness for advanced topics in the MOS 310 course.
Who Should Take This Course?
• Target Audience:
o Students
o Teachers
o Professionals
o PowerPoint hobbyists
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• Ideal for:
o Beginners wanting to learn presentation design
o Experienced users aiming to validate or refresh their skills
MOS Certification Pathway
• Associate Level Certifications (Choose any 3 of 4):
o Excel
o Outlook
o PowerPoint
o Word
o Earns: Microsoft Office Specialist Associate Certification
• Expert Level Certifications:
o Excel Expert
o Word Expert
o If combined with one Associate cert: Microsoft Office Specialist Expert
Certification (highest level)
Exam Format & Structure
• Format: Project-based
• Duration: 50 minutes
• Projects: 5–8 per exam
• Tasks: ~35 total (1–7 per project)
• Passing Score: 700/1000
• Scoring:
o Multiple methods accepted for task completion
o Points awarded only for correct end results
Exam Content & Objectives
• Each chapter maps to a specific objective domain.
• Domains include subdomains like:
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o Slide Master
o Handout Master
o Notes Master
• Refer to the Practical Files folder for hands-on practice.
• Download official exam objectives from the Microsoft Office Specialist Program page.
Exam Interface & Navigation Tips
• Top Panel: Project file
• Bottom Panel: Task instructions
• Navigation:
o Use numbered tabs or Next/Back buttons
o Collapse/expand panels as needed
o Restore default layout with the “Restore Window Configuration” icon
• Timer: Visible and can be hidden
• Tools Available:
o Calculator
o Help file (written tutorial)
o Zoom functionality
Task Management Features
• Mark as Complete: Indicates task is done
• Mark for Review: Revisit later
• Mark for Feedback: Provide comments post-exam
• Restart Project: Resets the project file (use cautiously)
Final Steps in the Exam
• Submit Project: After completing all tasks in a project
• Go to Summary: View all marked tasks
• Finish Exam: Final submission (irreversible)
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Pro Tips for Exam Success
• Close all dialog boxes before moving to the next task
• Click and paste quoted text with dotted underlines
• Accept default settings unless instructed otherwise
• Practice regularly using provided files and challenges
• Watch the “Navigating Your MOS Exam” video before the test
Final Encouragement
• Practice and familiarity with the exam format are key to success.
• Reach out to the instructor for any questions or clarifications.
• Stay confident and consistent in your preparation.
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