Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365


Tool Type

Productivity, Content Management/Authoring, Data Analysis and Visualization, Note Taking and Organization

Who Uses It?

Students, Instructors, Staff

Tags

IT Approved



Difficulty

Beginner-Friendly

Accessibility Info

Tool Description

Microsoft Office 365 is a comprehensive suite of tools ideal for students and instructors at a community college. It includes Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, which are essential for note-taking, writing papers, data organization, calculations, creating presentations, and more. The suite supports offline use and is free for education accounts, making it accessible and convenient. Users can create fully accessible content, ensuring inclusivity. Office 365's widespread recognition ensures compatibility with platforms like Moodle, allowing easy upload of documents. The user-friendly interface enhances productivity and efficiency, making it a reliable choice for educational purposes.



Cost/Licenses

Free

How to Get or Use This Tool

Anyone with a Lane email address can get Microsoft 365 and download the applications for free by going to the Microsoft 365 for Education website and clicking Get Started for Free to set up your account. Lane Devices come preinstalled with Office.

Employees at Lane - For installing this software on Lane Devices if it is not already on your device please visit the software request policy to learn how to request the installation of software.


Platforms

Web-based, Mac OS, Window OS, Mobile

Tool Resources

Pros

  • Format and application that is widely known and used.
  • Free suite for education allowing for offline work to be done easily and directly from your computer’s applications.
  • Includes all the tools you need to make any content accessible.

Cons

  • You will lose access after leaving Lane.

Privacy

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Similar Tools

Google Workspace, LibreOffice

Supported By

Academic Technology Center (ATC) - atc@lanecc.edu, IT Help Desk - helpdesk@lanecc.edu, Library Student Help Desk - shed@lanecc.edu
Last Updated: 05/22/2024 - 09:46

Your Responsibilities


As a user of our Digital Tool Hub, it is your responsibility to use software in a manner that aligns with Lane's policies and standards. This includes protecting college resources and data by ensuring compliance with relevant policies, storing sensitive information in approved systems, and facilitating equitable access for all users, including those with disabilities.

You are individually accountable for any software installed on your devices and must adhere to the terms and conditions of software licenses. While we strive to provide support for a wide range of applications, please note that some may not be directly supported by the college. All software usage is subject to our policies, and you must review our guidelines on software procurement and licensing compliance. The college cannot be held liable for damages resulting from the installation or use of software obtained through our hub. We appreciate your cooperation in respecting copyright laws and using digital tools responsibly.

Relevant Policies:


Know of another tool used at Lane for education? Let us know by filling out this form and we can review it for the Digital Tool Hub!

Have any questions? Contact us at DigitalToolHub@lanecc.edu.

Accessible is defined as:

When considering the use of a digital tool with students in a classroom, prioritizing accessibility is essential. Accessibility is assessed through compliance with WCAG 2.0 standards. All softwares, where the primary user is students, in the Digital Tool Hub are accessible. Keep in mind there some exceptions due to the nature of the various types of software. The If a software is level of partial accessibility are outlined on each tool's page if a tool is partially accessible.

  • What is a VPAT: A Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT®) is a document that explains how information and communication technology products such as software, hardware, electronic content, and support documentation meet the Revised 508 Standards for IT accessibility. Check out Sonoma State University's article and learn how to read a VPAT.

How are the tags defined:

Tags can be changed at any time, so check in regularly for any software changes, recommendations, approval, etc.

Tags are defined as follows:

  • Recommended by ATC: This is a tool recommended by the Academic Technology Center (ATC) for faculty to use for its intended purposes.
  • IT Approved: The tool has been fully vetted for cybersecurity.
  • Free: The tool is completely free to Lane students, faculty, and staff, and has no features missing.
  • Free (Limited): The tool is completely free to Lane students, faculty, and staff, but has limited features compared to a licensed version.
  • User's Choice:This tool is used by many users and is highly regarded by students, faculty, and/or staff. This does not guarantee the tool is accessible for faculty to use in courses. Review additional tool information to ensure an informed decision regarding its suitability for faculty use in courses.

Difficulty is defined at each level as follows:

  • Beginner-Friendly: Requires basic familiarity with digital tools. Able to follow simple instructions and navigate intuitively. Benefit from clear guidance and encouragement.
  • Intermediate: Requires a moderate level of understanding of digital tools. Can explore deeper features and adapt to some customization. Able to engage and use with moderate complexity and seek help when needed.
  • Advanced: Requires advanced proficiency in using digital tools. Can navigate complex workflows and adapt to advanced customization. Able to innovate, contribute, and troubleshoot independently within the platform.