Microsoft Self-Paced Training for Teachers & Staff

All Staff can access Microsoft self-paced training and support resources using the links below.

• Microsoft Educator Center - highly recommended for instructional staff
• Microsoft Support - recommended for all staff
• Microsoft 365 Training  - recommended for all staff
• Microsoft Learn - recommended for all staff

Microsoft Educator Center

A comprehensive collection of Microsoft EDU product training to support multimedia experiences that keep educators, students, and families connected. Some of these trainings are in Roadmap and more will be added for the 2021-22 school year for teachers and campus leaders.

*This training will provide you with a transcript, badges and certificates to document your progress and achievements. Teachers can work towards Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) certification.

1. Click to get started on the recommended first Learning Path below:
   • Getting started with Office 365 and Windows
2. Sign in with your IDEA email and password.
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3. Click on your profile picture in the top right to view your transcript, badges and certificates.
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Microsoft Support

One-stop shop for the current Microsoft support articles and resources.

aka... This is their Help Center so many articles here in our Help Center are copied and IDEAified from there.

Microsoft 365 Training

Guided training modules and videos for the most popular productions.

*These trainings will not provide certifications or track CEU hours.)

• PowerPoint
• Excel
• Word
• Teams
• SharePoint

Microsoft Learn

Offers a comprehensive collection of training options that empower technical professionals to learn in a style that fits best, allowing you to advance your technical skills while earning achievements and/or preparing for Microsoft Certifications.

*This training will provide you with a record to document your progress towards Microsoft Certifications.

1. Click to get started on one of the recommended first Learning Paths below:
   • Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of Microsoft 365 productivity and teamwork capabilities
   • Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of Microsoft 365 licensing, service and support
2. Sign in with your IDEA email and password. If your Learn profile is not set up, complete your profile.
   • Optional: Connect your account to a personal email. In your profile, go to 'Settings' and in the Account Management section, 
3. Click on your profile picture in the top right to view your progress, badges and certificates.