Microsoft Teams Course: Part 1

This course on Microsoft Teams is designed to deepen your knowledge and skills beyond the basics, focusing on enhancing communication and collaboration within your organization. You’ll learn how to navigate the Teams interface, customize notifications, manage teams and channels, and conduct effective meetings. Through hands-on exercises, you’ll practice setting up Teams, organizing Channels, and managing virtual meetings. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to enhance your team’s collaboration and productivity using Microsoft Teams. In Part 1, Microsoft Master Instructor, JoLynn Rihn, will start with a review of 101 topics then delve into navigating Teams Interface, customizing the workspace and managing Teams and Channels.

Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm
Location: via Zoom

Program Outline:

  1. Navigating Teams Interface:
    • Explore the Navigation Pane to access Chats, Meetings, Files, and Activity.
    • Understand the purpose and functionality of each section including Activity, Chat, Teams, Calendar, Calls, and OneDrive.
  2. Customizing Your Workspace:
    • Learn how to modify the Navigation Pane and manage app icons for quick access.
    • Customize notification settings to stay informed without being overwhelmed.
  3. Managing Teams and Channels:
    • Create and configure new Teams and Channels, including private channels and custom tags.
    • Manage team roles (Owners, Members, Guests) and understand their permissions.
    • Learn to pin, hide, and organize Channels effectively.

Presenter: JoLynn Rihn

With over 30 years in professional development, JoLynn Rihn is a highly experienced Microsoft Master Instructor and Certified Trainer. As the Director of Learning at Virtual Training Co, she designs and delivers training in Microsoft applications, Project Management, and Adobe Acrobat. Her extensive expertise includes instructional design, project management, and software implementations. JoLynn has also served as an instructor at Century College and Western Technical College, and held roles in training coordination and management at ABC Computers and Kwik Trip, Inc.

 

Click Here to Download the Event Flyer.

RSVP Required. To RSVP, please email Rowanne Khafagy at rkhafagy@thewpcca.com.

Free for WPCCA Members*
$35 for Non-Members*

Recent Posts

WPCCA Introduction to Microsoft Copilot 365 – Part 2

Building on our introduction to Microsoft Copilot 365, this session will explore practical applications in everyday tasks. Discover how Copilot can enhance your productivity in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Teams. In part 2 of this training, JoLynn Rihn will demonstrate…

February 4, 2025

WPCCA Introduction to Microsoft Copilot 365 – Part 1

Dive into the world of Microsoft Copilot 365 with this introductory session. Learn the basics of how Copilot can assist you in your daily tasks, from drafting emails to generating reports. In Part 1 of this training, led by Microsoft…

February 4, 2025

Support Industry Legislation to Cap Retention on Private Construction Contracts at 5%

On behalf of the industry, Senator Dave Cortese (D-San Jose, CA) has introduced SB 61, to establish a 5% cap on retention for private construction contracts in California. This measure aligns private project retention practices with the successful 5% cap…

January 28, 2025

Brunch Break

Join us in an opportunity to get to know your fellow WPCCA members for brunch at the beautiful Old Ranch Country Club in Seal Beach! This event will feature a presentation by Allen Carberry, Safety Training Coordinator at DC 36…

January 22, 2025

WPCCA Economic Outlook Webinar: Monetary Masala

With the presidential and congressional elections of 2024 in the rearview, our eyes turn to 2025.  Has the Federal Reserve engineered a soft landing, or is stagflation on the way?  Can America continue to pace the advanced world, or will…

January 7, 2025
MORE STORIES