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There are 3 modules in this course

In this introductory course, you'll embark on a journey into the world of generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. We'll demystify the concepts behind this transformative technology, exploring its potential and limitations. You'll gain a clear understanding of what generative AI is, how it works, and the diverse range of tasks it can perform. You'll be introduced to the specific capabilities of Copilot within the Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 ecosystems. We'll showcase how Copilot harnesses the power of AI and machine learning to revolutionize your productivity across various applications. From automating mundane tasks to generating creative content, you'll discover the myriad ways Copilot can enhance your workflow.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to: • Recognize what Generative AI is and what it can and cannot do. • Define Copilot capabilities within the Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Dynamics 365 ecosystems. • Access and navigate the 365 Copilot platform effectively. • Recognize how to leverage Microsoft Copilot integration. • Demonstrate prompt engineering to get the most useful responses from Microsoft Copilot.

In this introductory module, you'll embark on a journey into the world of generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. We'll demystify the concepts behind this transformative technology, exploring its potential and limitations. You'll gain a clear understanding of what generative AI is, how it works, and the diverse range of tasks it can perform. You'll be introduced to the specific capabilities of Copilot within the Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 ecosystems. We'll showcase how Copilot harnesses the power of AI and machine learning to revolutionize your productivity across various applications. From automating mundane tasks to generating creative content, you'll discover the myriad ways Copilot can enhance your workflow.

What's included

8 videos5 readings1 assignment

8 videosTotal 25 minutes

Welcome to the deep dive into Microsoft Copilot specialization1 minutePreview module
Get ready to unlock AI with Copilot2 minutes
The Impact of Copilot On How We Work3 minutes
How Copilot learns and adapts3 minutes
Copilot in Business4 minutes
Unlock AI with Copilot in Microsoft Dynamics 3654 minutes
Copilot in action: A day in the life2 minutes
Understanding The AI Technology Behind Copilot4 minutes

5 readingsTotal 34 minutes

Deep dive into Microsoft Copilot specialization syllabus10 minutes
Your first Copilot discussion10 minutes
The AI behind Copilot: An overview10 minutes
Practice With Sarah’s Dataset2 minutes
Copilot: An Overview2 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Can you recognize how to unlock AI with Copilot?15 minutes

This module will guide you through accessing and navigating the Copilot platform, seamlessly integrating it with your Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 applications. You'll learn to leverage Copilot's basic and advanced features to streamline your workflow and boost productivity in your daily tasks.

What's included

15 videos8 readings2 assignments

15 videosTotal 78 minutes

Take advantage of Microsoft Copilot3 minutesPreview module
Setting up Copilot for Yourself and Your Team7 minutes
Setting up Copilot for Your Team7 minutes
Setting up Copilot for you and your team in Microsoft Dynamics 365 2 minutes
Setting up Copilot for your team in Microsoft Dynamics 3654 minutes
How Copilot works with your existing data2 minutes
Unlock Efficiency in the O365 Applications: Copilot in Action Part 19 minutes
Unlock Efficiency in the O365 Applications: Copilot in Action Part 25 minutes
Unlocking Efficiency: Copilot 365 in Action Part 13 minutes
Unlocking Efficiency: Copilot 365 in Action Part 28 minutes
Unlocking Efficiency: Copilot 365 in Action Part 34 minutes
Unlocking Efficiency: Copilot 365 in Action Part 44 minutes
Unlock efficiency in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications: Copilot in action part 14 minutes
Unlock efficiency in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications: Copilot in action part 22 minutes
Hands-on Activity: Using Data to Gain Insights for a Presentation7 minutes

8 readingsTotal 84 minutes

Learn How to Draft and Add Content With Copilot in Word2 minutes
Configure Your Workspace3 minutes
Top 10 Copilot tips for everyday tasks10 minutes
Activity: Draft and Add Content With Copilot in Word20 minutes
Activity: Identify Insights With Excel20 minutes
Activity: Create a Compelling Presentation With PowerPoint20 minutes
Case Study: Microsoft 365 Copilot Increases Employee Efficiency and Customer Relationships6 minutes
Hands-on Activity Instructions: Using Data to Gain Insights for a Presentation3 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 45 minutes

Can you use Copilot to increase productivity in your workflow?30 minutes
Can you recognize how to take advantage of Microsoft Copilot?15 minutes

This module will teach you the art and science of prompt engineering, a crucial skill for effectively communicating with generative AI like Microsoft Copilot. You'll learn how to craft precise and effective prompts to elicit the most relevant and useful responses, ultimately maximizing Copilot's potential to streamline your workflow and enhance your productivity within Microsoft 365. You'll gain a deeper understanding of how different types of prompts influence Copilot's output, and you'll practice crafting prompts for various scenarios and applications. By the end of this module, you'll be a master at communicating with Copilot, ensuring you get the most out of this powerful AI tool.

What's included

5 videos2 readings3 assignments1 peer review

5 videosTotal 35 minutes

Engineer your prompts to get the most out of Microsoft Copilot3 minutesPreview module
Elements of an Effective Prompt9 minutes
Crafting Effective Prompts to O365 Copilot8 minutes
Iterating on Prompts7 minutes
Prompt Limitations and Privacy6 minutes