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Training & Classroom Support

Information Technology Services offers support and resources to help you create a unique learning path for your students. Our comprehensive services cover instructional technology needs, providing equipment, facilities and media support for both classroom and non-classroom settings.

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Work Smarter with Microsoft Copilot

See how Microsoft Copilot can help you work smarter at UMass Boston through fun, hands-on workshops. Explore practical uses, try creative prompts, and build confidence using Copilot for everyday tasks—while keeping ethical, responsible, and appropriate use in mind.

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Teaching Resources

UMass Boston Learning Design staff can assist with all aspects of teaching online and supporting your curriculum.  

Work Smarter with Microsoft Copilot at UMass Boston

Workshops are presented in person in the AI Lab, Healey Library, UL, Room 0030.


Microsoft Copilot Chat Training (In-Person)

This beginner-friendly workshop introduces students to Microsoft Copilot Chat and explores how it can support academic and campus life. Participants will learn what Copilot is, what it can do, and how to use it effectively for everyday tasks such as brainstorming ideas, understanding complex topics, drafting emails or assignments, organizing notes, and improving productivity. Register for the day/time that interests you. Remote attendance is not possible.

Copilot Prompting Bingo Game (In-Person)

Level up your AI skills at our AI Prompt Bingo Workshop! You will learn the professional BEACON Framework to write high-quality prompts and immediately put those skills into action by playing a fast-paced, competitive game of Bingo using Microsoft Copilot Chat.It’s a hands-on, 45-minute session where you’ll move from AI basics to expert-level prompting through live practice and friendly competition. Just bring your laptop or mobile device with Copilot ready to go! we’ll provide the Bingo cards and the strategy you need to win!