Making the transition to remote learning
As schools around the world respond to COVID-19, the need for remote learning tools has never been more urgent. To make the transition to distance learning easier, we’ve created resources, training and how-to guides that we hope will help schools, educators, students, and their families as they navigate their “new normal.”
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Resources to help you get started
No matter where you are on your remote learning journey, find tools, training, and tips to help you meet your goals.
Guide to virtual graduations
Microsoft is committed to helping students, educators, and families safely celebrate the culmination of the academic year. We’ve put together a handful of resources to help with virtual graduations. Read about successfully organized virtual celebrations, learn how to host a ceremony in Minecraft, and more.
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Drive a fast transition
Find the strategies, resources, and technology to quickly create online classrooms that help students, teachers, and faculty find new ways to connect and learn.
Build confidence on any device
Bring together face-to-face connections, assignments, and conversations in a single hub that’s free for schools and universities.
Keep students engaged
Get free tools you need to keep students energized, engaged, and on the path to learning and growing.
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Microsoft Education products help ensure that students stay engaged and learning stays on track.
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams is a digital hub that brings conversations, content, assignments, and apps together in one place, letting teachers create vibrant learning environments. Build collaborative classrooms, connect in professional learning communities, and connect with colleagues—all from a single experience, and free to educators and students. Discover more about Microsoft Teams.
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Free Office 365 Education
Students and educators at eligible institutions can sign up for Office 365 Education for free, including Microsoft Teams, plus more. Use your valid school email address to get started.
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Minecraft Education
Microsoft extends access to Minecraft Education and resources to support remote learning.
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Flip
Flip is social learning for PreK to PhD learners—helping students discuss and showcase what they’re learning.
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MakeCode
Bring computer science to life for all students with fun projects, immediate results, and both block and text editors for learners at different levels.
Windows devices starting at $249
We reimagined Windows for a new era of digital learning, helping educators unlock the full potential of every student, giving them powerful tools to learn, collaborate, and create in a secure and trusted environment.
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1For the supported lifetime of the device. Additional hardware and/or software requirements may apply over time for updates.