Introductory Microsoft Teams Training

Microsoft Teams is a platform that combines chat, meetings, notes, and attachments. Teams can be accessed from any Microsoft Cloud product page or from an installed app on computers and mobile devices.

This class is being taught competely online through the Teams platform. 

Please review the Instructions beow. 

Online Teams Session: join the team.

Before being able to join the online class, a few steps will need to be taken.

1. Please go to myapps.uta.edu .
2. Click on the Teams icon.
3. Click on your initials in the upper right hand corner.
4. Select the "Download the desktop app." Complete the process to downlaod the app to your device. 

OR

1. Review the Teams Resource Guide
2. Click the "Download Teams on Your Device" link. 
3. Complete the process to download the app to your device. 

You may review the Teams Resource Guide prior to class if you choose.

If you have issues installing Teams on your device, please contact the Help Desk. 

Adobe Sign is an electronic signature solution that eliminates the need for in-person signatures. This fully digital workflow helps both employees and signatories save time and work efficiently.

Attending training is required to attain access to send Adobe Sign documents out for signature.

Training is not required to sign documents.

Topics covered in this class are:

• Importing Documents
• Adding Form Fields
• Set up workflow/routing
• Send document

Further training materials from Adobe can be found at the following:

Adobe Training Sessions: https://events-ar.adobeconnect.com/content/connect/c1/850634703/en/events/catalog.html

Adobe User Guide: https://helpx.adobe.com/sign/user-guide.html

To Access Training:

Log in To Teams

Once you have the Teams app open, click the “Teams” Tab in the navigation pane at the left.

Once you have the Teams app open, click the “Teams” Tab in the navigation pane at the left.

To join your class Team, click the “Join a Team with a Code” option and enter the code:

Select the corresponding channel to the class name to view the session.

Before being able to join the online class, a few steps may need to be taken.

1. Please go to myapps.uta.edu .
2. Click on the Teams icon.
3. Click on your initials in the upper right hand corner.
4. Select the "Download the desktop app." Complete the process to downlaod the app to your device. 

OR

1. Review the Teams Resource Guide
2. Click the "Download Teams on Your Device" link. 
3. Complete the process to download the app to your device. 

If you have issues installing Teams on your device, please contact the Help Desk.

Cascade 8 launched on October 4th.  In this class, we will review the new interface to help you manage the content on your website.

You will learn how to:

• Use new templates to add and copy pages
• Add images and banners
• Update exsisting content

To view a list of all WebMod trainings, please visit the Migration Toolkit webpage.

To Access Training:

Log in To Teams

Once you have the Teams app open, click the “Teams” Tab in the navigation pane at the left.

Once you have the Teams app open, click the “Teams” Tab in the navigation pane at the left.

To join your class Team, click the “Join a Team with a Code” option and enter the code:

Select the corresponding channel to the class name to view the session.

Before being able to join the online class, a few steps may need to be taken.

1. Please go to myapps.uta.edu .
2. Click on the Teams icon.
3. Click on your initials in the upper right hand corner.
4. Select the "Download the desktop app." Complete the process to downlaod the app to your device. 

OR

1. Review the Teams Resource Guide
2. Click the "Download Teams on Your Device" link. 
3. Complete the process to download the app to your device. 

If you have issues installing Teams on your device, please contact the Help Desk.

REQUEST ACCESS
Please use this Service Now form after class to request access to Cascade 8:  https://uta.service-now.com/selfservice2?id=utassp01_sc_cat_item&sys_id=0a53d2590f5d7e00c601419ce1050e4b

This form routes your request to the appropriate group within OIT which manages access requests.  Please note it may take a little time before your request is approved.

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REVIEW ACCESSIBILITY

Please review the Knowledge Base article on the SiteImprove tool.  This software helps ensure all websites are accessible.  https://uta.service-now.com/kb_view.do?sysparm_article=KB0010096&sysparm_rank=1&sysparm_tsqueryId=51c8cb6fdb604c10d48b5e65ce96198c

For more information on accessibility, visit:  https://accessibility.uta.edu/

Adobe Sign is an electronic signature solution that eliminates the need for in-person signatures. This fully digital workflow helps both employees and signatories save time and work efficiently.

Attending training is required to attain access to send Adobe Sign documents out for signature.

Training is not required to sign documents.

Topics covered in this class are:

• Importing Documents
• Adding Form Fields
• Set up workflow/routing
• Send document

Further training materials from Adobe can be found at the following:

Adobe Training Sessions: https://events-ar.adobeconnect.com/content/connect/c1/850634703/en/events/catalog.html

Adobe User Guide: https://helpx.adobe.com/sign/user-guide.html

All of the following required steps must be completed before class:

1. Learn how to Use Teams for this class. (Instructors cannot troubleshoot Teams issues.)
2. Join the Knowledge Services OIT Online Training Team in MS Teams. (If you do not join, you will not be able to see the Chat and other important features.)
3. Request Access to Adobe Sign (At this time this will be managed based on registration. A form will be coming soon.

Introduction to:

• EIR accessibility at UTA.

• State and Federal laws related to EIR accessibility.

• Web Accessibility Standards (IT-PO4 and IT-PR4).

• EIR Accessibility (Pending:  IT-PO5 and IT-PR5).

• ServiceNow EIR Approval process (Technology Approval Process Request - TAPREQ).

• Pre-Approved Software List

• Frequently Asked Questions

• Discussion

This class is held the third Wednesday of every month.  For the time being, it will only be offered via TEAMS.

You will receive a meeting invitation through Teams to join the training session.

Contact Laura Hopkins at Laura.Hopkins@uta.edu or 817-272-0932 with any questions.

If you prefer an accommodation, please send an email to accessibility@uta.edu when you register with the details.  

CampusPress Overview

• CampusPress (WordPress) is used to create websites for research labs and centers. 
• Enroll in this class to learn how to use the platform. 
• Request a CampusPress website using this form. 


Required Steps for Using Microsoft Teams

1. Learn how to Use Microsoft Teams for this class. (Instructors cannot troubleshoot issues with MS Teams.)
2. Join the Knowledge Services OIT Online Training Team.  (If you do not join the Team, you will not be able to see the Chat and other important features.)


Required Steps to be Added to a Training Website

We work on practice websites for class.  You will not have a practice site if you do not complete these steps.

1. Go to blog.uta.edu.
2. Log in with your UTA NetID and password.
3. Email the instructor and let her know you have logged in. Include the URL of your real CampusPress website and any questions or features you'd like to review during class.
    

All required steps MUST be completed prior to class.
 

If you have questions, please contact Brenna L. Witt-Marett at brenna.witt@uta.edu.

To view a list of all WebMod trainings, please visit the Migration Toolkit webpage.

This hybrid training session will begin with a 3-hour introductory workshop. In the live session, participants will receive an overview of online training and the Canvas Learning Management System. Time will be spent walking through the online course modules in “Developing Non-Academic Courses in Canvas”. The goal of the session is to introduce participants to the system and course material so that they are comfortable in continuing to learn about the system after the workshop. At the conclusion of the live session, participants will have access to the online course modules and should review pages not covered in class. The live session will review and highlight commonly used areas of Canvas and best practices for online training including:  

• Structuring an online course 

• Layout and navigation 

• Course settings 

• Modules 

• Quizzes 

• Instructor/Student View 

• Enrollments 

• Help & Resources  

Log in To Teams

Once you have the Teams app open, click the “Teams” Tab in the navigation pane at the left.

Once you have the Teams app open, click the “Teams” Tab in the navigation pane at the left.

To join your class Team, click the “Join a Team with a Code” option and enter the code:

Select the corresponding channel to the class name to view the session.

Before being able to join the online class, a few steps may need to be taken.

1. Please go to myapps.uta.edu .
2. Click on the Teams icon.
3. Click on your initials in the upper right hand corner.
4. Select the "Download the desktop app." Complete the process to downlaod the app to your device. 

OR

1. Review the Teams Resource Guide
2. Click the "Download Teams on Your Device" link. 
3. Complete the process to download the app to your device. 

If you have issues installing Teams on your device, please contact the Help Desk.

Microsoft Bookings is an online and mobile app originally designed for small businesses who provide services to customers on an appointment basis. In a university environment it can be used to schedule appointments for advising, counseling, tutoring, or any service where an appointment is needed. We will cover the setup and creation of a Microsoft Bookings site.

This class will be taught online via Microsoft Teams.  See instructions below.

Before being able to join the online class, a few steps may need to be taken.

1. Please go to myapps.uta.edu .
2. Click on the Teams icon.
3. Click on your initials in the upper right hand corner.
4. Select the "Download the desktop app." Complete the process to downlaod the app to your device. 

OR

1. Review the Teams Resource Guide
2. Click the "Download Teams on Your Device" link. 
3. Complete the process to download the app to your device. 

If you have issues installing Teams on your device, please contact the Help Desk.

Log in To Teams

Once you have the Teams app open, click the “Teams” Tab in the navigation pane at the left.

Click "Join or Create a Team"

To join your class Team, click the “Join a Team with a Code” option and enter the code:

Select the corresponding channel to the class name to view the session.

Learn about Siteimprove:

• Create your account
• View your dashboard
• Understand the accessibility score
• Find misspelled words
• Find broken links
• Manage Reports
• Siteimprove Academy
• Siteimprove Help

The training class is held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 10:30am until 12:00pm via TEAMS.

Contact Laura Hopkins at 817-272-0932 or accessibility@uta.edu to request an accommodation or ask questions.

Those that have registered wil be invited to a TEAMS meeting for the training.  

Introductory Microsoft Teams Training

Microsoft Teams is a platform that combines chat, meetings, notes, and attachments. Teams can be accessed from any Microsoft Cloud product page or from an installed app on computers and mobile devices.

This class is being taught competely online through the Teams platform. 

Please review the Instructions beow. 

Online Teams Session: join the team.

Before being able to join the online class, a few steps will need to be taken.

1. Please go to myapps.uta.edu .
2. Click on the Teams icon.
3. Click on your initials in the upper right hand corner.
4. Select the "Download the desktop app." Complete the process to downlaod the app to your device. 

OR

1. Review the Teams Resource Guide
2. Click the "Download Teams on Your Device" link. 
3. Complete the process to download the app to your device. 

You may review the Teams Resource Guide prior to class if you choose.

If you have issues installing Teams on your device, please contact the Help Desk. 

Adobe Sign is an electronic signature solution that eliminates the need for in-person signatures. This fully digital workflow helps both employees and signatories save time and work efficiently.

Attending training is required to attain access to send Adobe Sign documents out for signature.

Training is not required to sign documents.

Topics covered in this class are:

• Importing Documents
• Adding Form Fields
• Set up workflow/routing
• Send document

Further training materials from Adobe can be found at the following:

Adobe Training Sessions: https://events-ar.adobeconnect.com/content/connect/c1/850634703/en/events/catalog.html

Adobe User Guide: https://helpx.adobe.com/sign/user-guide.html

To Access Training:

Log in To Teams

Once you have the Teams app open, click the “Teams” Tab in the navigation pane at the left.

To join your class Team, click the “Join a Team with a Code” option and enter the code:

Select the corresponding channel to the class name to view the session.

Before being able to join the online class, a few steps may need to be taken.

1. Please go to myapps.uta.edu .
2. Click on the Teams icon.
3. Click on your initials in the upper right hand corner.
4. Select the "Download the desktop app." Complete the process to downlaod the app to your device. 

OR

1. Review the Teams Resource Guide
2. Click the "Download Teams on Your Device" link. 
3. Complete the process to download the app to your device. 

If you have issues installing Teams on your device, please contact the Help Desk.

Introduction to:

• EIR accessibility at UTA.

• State and Federal laws related to EIR accessibility.

• Web Accessibility Standards (IT-PO4 and IT-PR4).

• EIR Accessibility (Pending:  IT-PO5 and IT-PR5).

• ServiceNow EIR Approval process (Technology Approval Process Request - TAPREQ).

• Pre-Approved Software List

• Frequently Asked Questions

• Discussion

This class is held the third Wednesday of every month.  For the time being, it will only be offered via TEAMS.

Those that register for this class will receive a meeting invitation through Teams in order to join the training class.

Contact Laura Hopkins at Laura.Hopkins@uta.edu or 817-272-0932 with any questions.

If you prefer an accommodation, please send an email to accessibility@uta.edu when you register with the details.  

CampusPress Overview

• CampusPress (WordPress) is used to create websites for research labs and centers. 
• Enroll in this class to learn how to use the platform. 
• Request a CampusPress website using this form. 


Required Steps for Using Microsoft Teams

1. Learn how to Use Microsoft Teams for this class. (Instructors cannot troubleshoot issues with MS Teams.)
2. Join the Knowledge Services OIT Online Training Team.  (If you do not join the Team, you will not be able to see the Chat and other important features.)


Required Steps to be Added to a Training Website

We work on practice websites for class.  You will not have a practice site if you do not complete these steps.

1. Go to blog.uta.edu.
2. Log in with your UTA NetID and password.
3. Email the instructor and let her know you have logged in. Include the URL of your real CampusPress website and any questions or features you'd like to review during class.
    

All required steps MUST be completed prior to class.
 

If you have questions, please contact Brenna L. Witt-Marett at brenna.witt@uta.edu.

To view a list of all WebMod trainings, please visit the Migration Toolkit webpage.

In this session, employees will receive an overview of process improvement methodology and an introduction to process tools. Employees will be exposed to use cases through hands-on exercises to understand how methods and tools can be applied to groups and departments across campus. The training will introduce the Business Process Improvement Team and the services they provide to campus in support of process improvement initiatives that align with the university’s strategic plan. 

Learn about Siteimprove:

• Create your account
• View your dashboard
• Understand the accessibility score
• Find misspelled words
• Find broken links
• Manage Reports
• Siteimprove Academy
• Siteimprove Help

The training class is held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 10:30am until 12:00pm via TEAMS.

Contact Laura Hopkins at 817-272-0932 or accessibility@uta.edu to request an accommodation or ask questions.

Those that register for the class will receive an invitation to a Teams meeting for the training session.

In this session, employees will receive an overview of process improvement methodology and an introduction to process tools. Employees will be exposed to use cases through hands-on exercises to understand how methods and tools can be applied to groups and departments across campus. The training will introduce the Business Process Improvement Team and the services they provide to campus in support of process improvement initiatives that align with the university’s strategic plan. 

CampusPress Overview

• CampusPress (WordPress) is used to create websites for research labs and centers. 
• Enroll in this class to learn how to use the platform. 
• Request a CampusPress website using this form. 


Required Steps for Using Microsoft Teams

1. Learn how to Use Microsoft Teams for this class. (Instructors cannot troubleshoot issues with MS Teams.)
2. Join the Knowledge Services OIT Online Training Team.  (If you do not join the Team, you will not be able to see the Chat and other important features.)


Required Steps to be Added to a Training Website

We work on practice websites for class.  You will not have a practice site if you do not complete these steps.

1. Go to blog.uta.edu.
2. Log in with your UTA NetID and password.
3. Email the instructor and let her know you have logged in. Include the URL of your real CampusPress website and any questions or features you'd like to review during class.
    

All required steps MUST be completed prior to class.
 

If you have questions, please contact Brenna L. Witt-Marett at brenna.witt@uta.edu.

To view a list of all WebMod trainings, please visit the Migration Toolkit webpage.

Prerequisite

Participants must successfully complete The Fundamentals of Process Improvement course, including the homework assignments.

Audience 

UTA employees interested in applying process improvement techniques to their daily work. 

Description 

The course consists of 4 sessions held in June and a follow-up session in July (Total of 5 Sessions).  The weekly exercises walk you through application of the steps to work a project.  Participants will learn how to use tools to visualize and systematically analyze processes at UTA.  Additional work sessions scheduled on Thursday and Friday each week to coach participants on their exercises. 

The purpose of this training is to: 

1. Educate employees on process improvement methodology and how campus can utilize the tools to achieve university initiatives. 

2. Equip employees with a variety of process improvement tools to use in their daily work. 

Time Commitment: 

Students need to commit 3 to 4 hours each week (1.5 hours for class time and up to another 2.5 hours to complete the exercise for the week).  Exercises need to be completed prior to the next week’s session. One hour work-group sessions will be offered each Thursday and Friday. Students may attend these sessions to ask questions and collaborate as they work through their weekly assignment.

Class Lectures: 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 & 12/10

Work Group sessions will be available for students as they work on their assignments each week. During the break from 11/19 - 12/10 students will work and prepare their final project and presentation.