Training

Technology Training

MSU IT provides no-cost training on collaborative tools to all students, faculty, and staff. Check out the following courses available in January and visit SpartansLearn for more information and to register.

Microsoft OneNote – Getting Started
Wednesday, January 21, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Get rid of your traditional pen and paper and uncover features of the most versatile note-taking tool, Microsoft OneNote. Learn the basics of OneNote, a digital note-taking app that provides a single place for keeping all notes, research, plans, and information.

Outlook – Calendar Basics
Friday, January 23, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Outlook is not just for emails! Learn how to streamline your workflow and schedule using the Outlook calendar. Set up an Out of Office email, share your calendar with colleagues, and schedule meetings with multiple people without breaking a sweat using the Scheduling Assistant and Polls tools.

SharePoint for End Users
Tuesday, January 27, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Unlock the power of SharePoint! Discover its amazing features, effortlessly navigate the platform, create dynamic lists, and master the functionality of document libraries. Get ready for an engaging and hands-on learning experience.

Microsoft Teams – Getting Started
Thursday, January 29, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Microsoft Teams is one of the best tools at MSU for effective communication and collaboration. Join us as we dive into the basics and share how to chat and host meetings with individuals, groups, and entire teams.

Additional Resources
New Training Resources: Find curated training from Microsoft, Adobe, elevateU, YouTube, LinkedIn Learning, and more.
Microlearning Videos: Quick, bite-sized videos (1-3 minutes each) focused on our most popular tips.
On-Demand Training: Can’t attend a live course? Watch anytime.
For any other questions about technology training, please contact train@msu.edu.

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D2L

MSU IT offers a number of academic technology training opportunities for Spartans who use D2L (Desire2Learn). Visit https://help.d2l.msu.edu to view resources, enroll in self-paced courses, and browse documentation libraries.

elevateU: Self-paced professional development training

MSU HR and MSU IT sponsor elevateU, an e-learning tool that can be accessed from the convenience of your computer or mobile device at no charge as part of our ongoing commitment to continuing MSU employee development.

Login and get started today at elevateu.percipio.com.

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View a short elevateU Overview video.

Web Accessibility

The Instructional Technology and Development team keeps an up-to-date list of accessibility classes and workshops available to colleges and departments.