This 1-hour virtual training session for UC Davis staff will explore the capabilities of Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat, with a focus on prompt crafting and a hands-on exploration of available features. The interactive session will also include demonstrations and exercises to help build confidence and competence in using Copilot Chat.

The training event is limited to 100 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.

Prior to joining the event, please ensure you have access to Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat. Log in with your UC Davis credentials at: https://m365.cloud.microsoft/chat

Event Details

What: Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat hands-on training event
Where: Microsoft Teams
When: October 7, 2025, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Who: UC Davis staff (limited to 100 participants)
How: Register at https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/92ee99c1-18f5-471a-bb23-6d7a4f63287f@a8046f64-66c0-4f00-9046-c8daf92ff62b

Event Agenda

• Welcome & Objectives (5 minutes)
  • Brief introduction to trainers and participants
  • Overview of training goals
  • Quick poll: familiarity with Copilot Chat
• Introduction to M365 Copilot Chat (10 minutes)
  • What is Copilot Chat?
  • Key features and benefits
  • Use cases in academic and administrative settings
• Prompt Crafting Essentials (15 minutes)
  • Why prompt quality matters
  • Elements of an effective prompt
  • Examples: good vs. poor prompts
  • Tips for refining prompts
• Hands-On: Crafting Prompts (15 minutes)
  • Participants write prompts based on UC Davis scenarios
  • Peer feedback in breakout rooms or chat
  • Group discussion: what worked well?
• Exploring Free Features of Copilot (10 minutes)
  • Overview of what’s available in the free version
  • Live demo: Copilot Navigation
  • Tips for maximizing value
• Wrap-Up & Q&A (5 minutes)
  • Recap of key takeaways
  • Open Q&A
  • Resources for continued learning
  • Feedback survey