Fundamentals of Microsoft 365 Generative AI

Overview

This course is for professionals new to Microsoft 365 Copilot who want to integrate AI into their workflows. No prior experience is required, but you’ll need access to Microsoft 365 with Copilot enabled. If you don’t have a license, a free 30-day trial is available via the course link. The course introduces Microsoft 365 Copilot, covering its core features. You’ll learn how to create effective prompts and use Copilot across Microsoft 365 applications. Build a foundation in retrieving information, generating content, and streamlining tasks. Through hands-on activities and real-world scenarios, you’ll learn to integrate Copilot into your workflows to boost productivity and make informed decisions. By the end of the course, you'll be able to: • Explain the key concepts and capabilities of Microsoft 365 Copilot across applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. • Create effective prompts to get accurate, relevant, and creative responses from Copilot for various tasks. • Retrieve, organize, and analyze information from different Microsoft 365 sources using Copilot's intelligent tools. • Generate, edit, and format text content with Copilot in Microsoft Word to meet your professional needs. • Identify ethical principles like transparency and privacy and apply best practices to ensure responsible AI use. This course will give you the confidence to use Microsoft 365 Copilot in personal and professional settings.

Syllabus

Introduction to Microsoft 365 Copilot

In this module, you will explore the core components and capabilities of Microsoft 365 Copilot, its integration with key applications, and how to configure its basic settings for optimal use. You’ll also examine ethical AI principles, addressing challenges like bias and privacy concerns, and learn best practices for responsible AI deployment.

Mastering prompt engineering

This module equips you with the skills to communicate effectively with Copilot and optimize its output through carefully crafted prompts. Building on the foundational knowledge from the previous module, you'll focus on using Copilot more strategically and efficiently.

Information retrieval with Copilot

In this module, you’ll discover the powerful searching capabilities available with Microsoft 365 Copilot. You’ll practice applying your newly acquired prompting skills and learn how to access information seamlessly across various Microsoft applications.

Content generation and modification in Word

In this module, you’ll explore how to apply Microsoft 365 Copilot in Word to streamline your workflow and enhance your document creation process. You’ll learn practical techniques to save time, improve productivity, and create polished, professional documents with ease.

Final project assessment: Fundamentals of Microsoft Copilot

In this final module, you’ll take on an engaging capstone project that puts everything you’ve learned into practice. You’ll create a hands-on report, reflect on your progress through a self-review, and revisit key highlights in a course summary. You’ll also gain valuable insights into the opportunities and next steps that await you after completing the course.