Introduction to Microsoft Copilot

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Introduction to Microsoft Copilot

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3 modules

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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. Required Course Materials: A Copilot license is required to complete this course. If you don’t have a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family license, you can start a free 30-day trial using the link provided in the course.

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 videos6 readings1 assignment

8 videos Total 25 minutes

Course Introduction: Introduction to Microsoft Copilot 2 minutes
Get ready to unlock AI with Copilot 2 minutes
The Impact of Copilot On How We Work 3 minutes
How Copilot learns and adapts 4 minutes
Copilot in Business 4 minutes
Unlock AI with Copilot in Microsoft Dynamics 365 4 minutes
Copilot in action: A day in the life 2 minutes
Understanding The AI Technology Behind Copilot 4 minutes

6 readings Total 44 minutes

Course Syllabus 10 minutes
How to Get Started with Microsoft Copilot 10 minutes
Your first Copilot discussion 10 minutes
The AI behind Copilot: An overview 10 minutes
Practice With Sarah’s Dataset 2 minutes
Copilot: An Overview 2 minutes

1 assignment Total 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 videos Total 78 minutes

Take advantage of Microsoft Copilot 3 minutes
Setting up Copilot for Yourself and Your Team 7 minutes
Setting up Copilot for Your Team 8 minutes
Setting up Copilot for you and your team in Microsoft Dynamics 365 3 minutes
Setting up Copilot for your team in Microsoft Dynamics 365 5 minutes
How Copilot works with your existing data 3 minutes
Unlock Efficiency in the O365 Applications: Copilot in Action Part 1 9 minutes
Unlock Efficiency in the O365 Applications: Copilot in Action Part 2 5 minutes
Unlocking Efficiency: Copilot 365 in Action Part 1 4 minutes
Unlocking Efficiency: Copilot 365 in Action Part 2 8 minutes
Unlocking Efficiency: Copilot 365 in Action Part 3 4 minutes
Unlocking Efficiency: Copilot 365 in Action Part 4 4 minutes
Unlock efficiency in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications: Copilot in action part 1 4 minutes
Unlock efficiency in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications: Copilot in action part 2 3 minutes
Hands-on Activity: Using Data to Gain Insights for a Presentation 8 minutes

8 readings Total 84 minutes

Learn How to Draft and Add Content With Copilot in Word 2 minutes
Configure Your Workspace 3 minutes
Top 10 Copilot tips for everyday tasks 10 minutes
Activity: Draft and Add Content With Copilot in Word 20 minutes
Activity: Identify Insights With Excel 20 minutes
Activity: Create a Compelling Presentation With PowerPoint 20 minutes
Case Study: Microsoft 365 Copilot Increases Employee Efficiency and Customer Relationships 6 minutes
Hands-on Activity Instructions: Using Data to Gain Insights for a Presentation 3 minutes

2 assignments Total 45 minutes

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

5 videos Total 35 minutes

Engineer your prompts to get the most out of Microsoft Copilot 3 minutes
Elements of an Effective Prompt 10 minutes
Crafting Effective Prompts to O365 Copilot 8 minutes
Iterating on Prompts 8 minutes
Prompt Limitations and Privacy 6 minutes

2 readings Total 5 minutes

The Microsoft Poster for Prompt Engineering 2 minutes
The Copilot Prompt Guide 3 minutes

3 assignments Total 60 minutes

Can you identify effective prompts? 15 minutes
How can this prompt be improved? 15 minutes
Engineer your prompts to get the most out of Microsoft Copilot 30 minutes

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Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

Great intro to copilot. Easy to understand and integrate in your day to day use.

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025

Amazing course the instructor was great at his job.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025

Superb overview but in parts a bit lengthy and repetive.

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