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Course Outline

Course Outline

Module 1: Initiate Microsoft 365 Copilot Operations

Overview of Microsoft 365 Copilot

This section examines the operational framework of Microsoft 365 Copilot, detailing its functional capabilities and Microsoft’s commitment to the responsible and ethical deployment of artificial intelligence.

  • Define the objective and core functionalities of Microsoft 365 Copilot.
  • Elucidate the underlying operational principles of Microsoft 365 Copilot.
  • Identify the fundamental components essential to Microsoft 365 Copilot.
  • Explain Microsoft’s commitment to adhering to responsible AI standards.

Leveraging Microsoft 365 Copilot Capabilities

This section demonstrates the practical application of Microsoft 365 Copilot within Microsoft 365 applications, illustrating methods to optimize workflows and enhance operational efficiency.

  • Identify and implement key features of Microsoft 365 Copilot across all Microsoft 365 applications to improve productivity and workflow management.
  • Understand the integration of Microsoft 365 Copilot with Teams to establish a centralized repository for professional information.
  • Apply the AI capabilities of Microsoft 365 Copilot to refine task execution within Microsoft 365, promoting intuitive and efficient outcomes.

Optimization and Extension of Microsoft 365 Copilot

This section outlines comprehensive best practices for Microsoft 365 Copilot and critical extension methods, ensuring the full utilization of Copilot’s functional potential for government operations.

  • Describe established best practices for the utilization of Microsoft 365 Copilot.
  • Understand methods for effectively prompting Microsoft 365 Copilot.
  • Understand the extensibility options available for Microsoft 365 Copilot.

Module 2: Formulate Effective Prompts for Microsoft 365 Copilot

Summarization and Simplification of Information via Microsoft 365 Copilot

Learn techniques for crafting effective prompts to reduce time and effort by utilizing Microsoft 365 Copilot to summarize, simplify, and visualize complex information in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

  • Identify the key elements of an effective prompt and apply them to personal prompt strategies.
  • Direct Copilot to summarize or extract critical information from Word documents, Excel tables, and PowerPoint presentations.
  • Utilize Copilot in Teams to summarize chats and meetings, identifying key action items.
  • Instruct Copilot in Outlook to summarize emails, focusing on action items or mentions.
  • Aggregate information from multiple documents and generate a consolidated summary using Microsoft 365 Copilot.

Creation and Drafting with Microsoft 365 Copilot

Learn techniques for crafting effective prompts to reduce time and effort by using Microsoft 365 Copilot to create, draft, and brainstorm new ideas and material within Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.

  • Identify the key elements of an effective prompt and apply them to personal prompt strategies.
  • Use Copilot to generate new agendas, to-do lists, project plans, and other deliverables from Word, Excel, and OneNote sources.
  • Request Copilot in Outlook to draft new emails, compose replies, and plan meetings.
  • Prompt Microsoft 365 Copilot to generate new ideas, content, and frequently asked questions from existing files.

Editing and Transformation of Content via Microsoft 365 Copilot

Learn techniques for crafting effective prompts to reduce time and effort by using Copilot to edit, transform, and rewrite information within Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

  • Identify the key elements of an effective prompt and apply them to personal prompt strategies.
  • Organize outlines and content within Word documents using Copilot.
  • Convert text to tables and enhance writing confidence using Copilot in Word.
  • Add images, slides, and structure presentations using Copilot in PowerPoint.
  • Format, sort, filter, and highlight data using Copilot in Excel.
  • Rewrite messages using the Coaching feature by Copilot in New Outlook.

Inquiry and Analysis of Content via Microsoft 365 Copilot

Discover methods for prompting Microsoft 365 Copilot in Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook to ask questions, analyze data, and receive recommendations for new ideas and content. Whether specific information, comparative analysis, or helpful suggestions are required, Copilot serves as a primary tool for government.

  • Identify the key elements of an effective prompt and apply them to personal prompt strategies.
  • Query Copilot on how to accomplish specific tasks in Microsoft 365 applications.
  • Use Copilot to answer questions and provide insights regarding documents, presentations, tables, and notes.
  • Interact with Microsoft 365 Copilot regarding projects, documents, and data across the organization.

Requirements

Intended Audience:

This course is designed for all levels of learners working with Microsoft 365 Copilot for government.

Prerequisites: 

Participants should possess familiarity with Microsoft 365 applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. This course is intended for all types of users engaged with Microsoft 365 Copilot for government.

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