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 =What You Need To Know Before You Start=
 * Word 2008 supports the new Office Open XML format (.docx) and defaults to saving all files in this format.
 * To Change the default (.docx) format in Word click here [[file:How to change your default format for Microsoft Word files.pdf]]
 * This version will look much different from the Word 2004 version, but the tools are all still available.
 * You can customize your toolbar using view>toolbars or use the formatting palate which is similar to the native mac applications.
 * When you Create a New Blank Document there are a variety of features to help students format document elements like coverpages, table of content, headers, footers, and bibliographies.
 * Publishing Layout provides a variety of templates for brochures, flyers, invitations, etc.
 * Creating a New Notebook allows students to organize their work with tabs, record audio notes.
 * Students can drop pictures in any word document format to enhance their work.

 =Where Can I Find More Information?=
 * I want my students to create a pamphlet, certificate, newsletter, etc. Is there some place I can get a template they can start with? Microsoft Office Online has a TON of [|templates for download] that you can use. You can browse by category or filter by product: Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.
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 * Learn More about Word 2008 for mac with these [|Help Pages]
 * [|Mactopia How-to Videos for Office 2008]