Course Description
Course Overview
The Microsoft Teams course is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to effectively use and manage Microsoft Teams for collaboration and communication within an organization. This course covers various topics, including team creation, channel management, chat, file sharing, meetings, and app integration. It aims to equip students with the knowledge required to leverage Microsoft Teams to enhance teamwork, streamline communication, and increase productivity.
Prerequisites
To enroll in the Microsoft Teams course, students should have basic computer literacy and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite. Basic understanding of collaboration tools and communication principles will be beneficial. No prior experience with Microsoft Teams is required.
Methodology
The course will be delivered through a combination of instructor-led demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and practice sessions. Students will have access to study materials, including manuals and online resources, to support their learning. Practical exercises and projects will provide students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and develop their Microsoft Teams skills.
Course Outline
- Introduction to Microsoft Teams
- Overview of Teams features and capabilities
- Navigating the Teams interface and app
- Understanding the Teams collaboration model
- Team Creation and Channel Management
- Creating and customizing Teams and channels
- Managing team settings, permissions, and access
- Utilizing team announcements and notifications
- Chat and Messaging
- Communicating with team members through chat
- Utilizing emojis, stickers, and GIFs in conversations
- Using @mentions and tags for effective communication
- File Sharing and Collaboration
- Uploading, organizing, and sharing files within Teams
- Collaborating on files with co-authors
- Utilizing file versioning and sharing settings
- Meetings and Video Conferencing
- Scheduling and hosting meetings within Teams
- Conducting audio and video conferences
- Utilizing meeting features such as screen sharing and recording
- App Integration and Customization
- Integrating third-party apps and services within Teams
- Customizing team tabs and adding connectors
- Creating and utilizing Teams bots for automation
Outcome
Upon completion of the Microsoft Teams course, students will be able to:
- Navigate and utilize Microsoft Teams effectively for collaboration and communication.
- Create and manage Teams and channels for different project needs.
- Communicate and collaborate with team members through chat and messaging.
- Share and collaborate on files within Teams.
- Schedule and conduct meetings and video conferences.
- Integrate third-party apps and customize Teams for specific requirements.
Labs
The course includes practical lab sessions and exercises to reinforce the theoretical knowledge and skills learned. The labs will cover the following topics:
- Creating and managing Teams and channels
- Communicating and collaborating through chat and messaging
- Sharing and collaborating on files within Teams
- Scheduling and conducting meetings and video conferences
- Integrating third-party apps and customizing Teams
- Creating and utilizing Teams bots for automation
These labs will provide students with hands-on experience in using Microsoft Teams, creating and managing teams, communicating and collaborating with team members, sharing and collaborating on files, conducting meetings and video conferences, and customizing Teams to meet specific needs. By completing these labs, students will develop practical skills that are essential for utilizing Microsoft Teams effectively for teamwork and communication.