Overview

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This course is designed for individuals who are familiar with Microsoft 365 but have no advanced computer skills or prior experience using Copilot and who want to learn how to make the most of Copilot's capabilities. It focuses on advanced content creation techniques using Copilot in PowerPoint and Word. You’ll master the art of creating compelling presentations and documents with AI assistance, boosting your ability to communicate ideas effectively. The course covers presentation development, improvement, and advanced editing and formatting techniques across both applications. By the end of the course, you'll be able to: • Develop professional presentations from scratch using Copilot in PowerPoint • Transform existing documents into structured PowerPoint presentations • Enhance presentations with multimedia elements, improved layouts, and animations using Copilot • Perform advanced editing and formatting tasks in both Word and PowerPoint with Copilot's assistance • Create polished, visually appealing documents and presentations optimized for various audiences 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.

Syllabus

Fundamentals of presentation development with Copilot

This module introduces you to the essentials of creating polished PowerPoint presentations using Microsoft Copilot. You’ll explore how Copilot can help you generate, refine, and optimize presentation content while applying best practices for slide design and structure.

Enhancing presentations with Copilot

In this module, you'll learn how to elevate your presentations by incorporating multimedia elements, generating enriched content, and applying effective animations and transitions using Copilot. You'll also learn how to tailor your presentations for specific audiences and purposes, refining and polishing them for maximum impact. Through hands-on activities, you'll transform text-heavy slides, expand outlines into content-rich presentations, and adapt materials for diverse contexts with the help of Copilot.

Advanced editing and formatting in Word

In this module, you'll explore how to use Copilot for advanced document editing and formatting. You'll learn to restructure long documents, apply and modify styles and templates, and enhance the overall look and readability of your content. With Copilot’s help, you’ll optimize documents for specific audiences and purposes, like transforming an academic paper into a business report. Through hands-on activities, you’ll gain practical experience in refining your documents for maximum impact.

Integrated document and presentation creation

In this module, you'll learn how to effectively convert a PowerPoint presentation into a well-organized Word document using Copilot. You'll explore how to analyze your slides, extract key content, and structure it into a clear, cohesive document. With hands-on activities, you'll practice transforming your presentation into a detailed report, ensuring consistent formatting and style throughout. This will help you build efficient workflows for creating content across both Word and PowerPoint.

Final project and assessment: Integrated document and presentation creation

In this module, you'll apply advanced content creation and formatting skills using Copilot in Word and PowerPoint. You'll choose a complex topic, create a detailed report with an executive summary and data visualizations, then transform it into a 10-15 slide presentation. You'll enhance the presentation with multimedia and transitions, and ensure consistency in branding and style. The project will focus on optimizing for different audiences and streamlining workflows, helping you demonstrate proficiency in creating professional communication materials.