Welcome to your introduction to artificial intelligence with Microsoft Copilot. This course is designed for anyone looking to familiarize themselves with AI and how it can support everyday work in Microsoft 365. See how Copilot smoothly fits into the tools you already use like Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, helping you manage data, create presentations, and organize communications more efficiently.
This session provides the basics you need to start using AI effectively, showing you how Copilot can assist in your daily tasks without overwhelming you. Gain confidence in using AI as we explore its practical applications together. Join us to start your journey with technology that supports your work, step by step.
Note: When this course is delivered as part of a organizational Copilot deployment, it is highly recommended that the course is started with a live or recorded statement from leadership regarding why the organization is embracing AI and what the goals are of the Copilot implementation. This class can be run in a 90-minute or 3-hour format.
Course Outline
- Getting Started with Generative AI
- Understanding Generative AI
- Learning How Generative AI Works
- Reviewing Advancements in Generative AI
- Looking Ahead to the Future of Generative AI
Understanding Microsoft Copilot
- Understanding Copilot and its capabilities
- Understanding Copilot's role in Microsoft 365
- Identifying the Components of Microsoft 365
- Embracing Responsible AI
Interacting with Copilot 365 Work Content
- Understanding the Interface
- Understanding Microsoft Graph
- Using Work Mode
- Asking questions and submitting prompts
- Crafting effective prompts for desired outcomes
Interacting with Copilot 365 Web Content
- Understanding the Interface
- Using Web Mode
- Asking questions and submitting prompts
- Crafting effective prompts for desired outcomes
- Creating Generative AI Images
Using Copilot 365 in the Edge Browser
- Accessing Copilot 365
- Using Chat
- Using Compose
Showcasing Copilot 365 Features in Word
- Writing a Draft
- Summarizing a Document
- Rewriting Text
- Asking a Question about the Document
- Creating a Table
Showcasing Copilot 365 Features in Excel
- Working with an Excel Table
- Creating a Formula Column
- Analyzing Data
- Sorting and Filtering Data
- Highlighting Portions of Data
- Creating Charts
Showcasing Copilot 365 Features in PowerPoint
- Creating a Presentation from a Prompt
- Creating a Presentation from a File
- Adding a Slide
- Summarizing a Presentation
- Organizing a Presentation
Showcasing Copilot 365 Features in Outlook
- Drafting a Message with Copilot
- Using Coaching with Copilot
- Summarizing Email Messages
Showcasing Copilot 365 Features in Teams
- Summarizing Key Discussion Points from a Recorded Meeting
- Getting Key Information from a Chat
- Catching up when Arriving Late to a Meeting
