Technology in action
Refer to case studies to learn how colleges and universities are expanding the boundaries of research and teaching with Microsoft
tools. And find quick-start information in how-to articles and product tours.
Call for white papers — Microsoft and Innovate
Microsoft, in collaboration with the Fischler School of Education and Human Services
at Nova Southeastern University, has issued a call for white papers highlighting
innovative uses of Microsoft technology in higher education.
Selected papers will appear on the Web site of Microsoft Higher Education and/or Innovate, the journal of online education published by the Fischler School of Education and Human Services.
Selected papers will appear on the Web site of Microsoft Higher Education and/or Innovate, the journal of online education published by the Fischler School of Education and Human Services.
• Peer-reviewed white papers illustrate how technology is transforming
teaching, learning, and research
Ralph Young and James L. Morrison explore the challenges and solutions that lie ahead for higher education and how technology will play a role.
Educators and policy makers can use Future of Work scenarios to consider how large and small choices work toward or against a particular future.
Scenario planning can help educators and policy makers develop creative strategies and unveil new opportunities.
The Microsoft general manager for U.S. public-sector education discusses the Microsoft approach to helping educational institutions transform to meet the needs of 21st century students.
The Microsoft ESP visual simulation platform provides students with a three-dimensional experience to help understand complex systems.
Emerging technology supports e-portfolios and collaborative environments to help add visibility to learning.
• White papers and case studies — innovative faculty and institutions push
boundaries of technology in education
Microsoft technologies used in national epilepsy research initiative at University of California, San Francisco.
Windows Movie Maker plays a key role in English language class for Japanese university students.
North Carolina’s University of Charlotte adds online courses and measured learning outcomes with Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007.
Web conferencing system for virtual classrooms can engage learners and improve learning.
Ball State adopts Live@edu to deliver lifetime e-mail for 180,000 students and alumni. Video.
United States-based Bryant University faculty, students, and alumni select Microsoft Live@edu for calendar sharing, contact management, and lifetime e-mail.
University sees significant cost savings in choosing Microsoft Live@edu for communication and collaboration services.
Indiana alumni stay connected with Microsoft Live@edu. Video.
University selects Microsoft Live@edu for communication and collaboration services and built-in disaster recovery.
United States-based William Carey University finds Microsoft Live@edu to be an easy-to-implement solution offering single-password connectivity for faculty and students. Video.
• Microsoft Office OneNote free trial
Learn more about OneNote and how it can help organize information, improve productivity, and enhance collaboration.
• 2007 Microsoft Office system for higher education
Learn about the top four ways the 2007 Microsoft Office system is enhancing higher education performance.
• How-to articles assist in the classroom
Learn how to use Microsoft software in the classroom with tips and tricks presented in these articles.
• Product and technology tours — getting started
Learn how to use Microsoft software in the classroom with these step-by-step tutorial guides for students, teachers, and staff.
