Microsoft Forms

Microsoft Forms is an online survey and form builder tool that allows users to create surveys, quizzes, polls, and questionnaires. It provides various question types, customization options, and real-time response tracking.

Where is the tool used?    

Microsoft Forms is widely used in educational institutions, businesses, and organizations for conducting surveys, assessments, feedback collection, and event registrations.

How to use the tool?    

To use Microsoft Forms, you can:

1. Create Form: Choose from a variety of question types and add questions to your form.
2. Customize: Personalize the form by adding images, themes, and other design elements.
3. Distribute: Share the form via email, link, or embed it in a webpage.
4. Collect Responses: Gather responses from participants as they submit their answers.
5. Analyze Results: View and analyze the collected data with built-in charts and graphs.

Specifics for SEL contexts    

Microsoft Forms can be utilized in synchronous electronic learning contexts for conducting quizzes, assessments, and gathering feedback from participants in real-time during virtual sessions.

This enables trainers to gauge learners' comprehension, identify knowledge gaps, and obtain immediate feedback on the effectiveness of instructional content.

Furthermore, the tool's interactive nature empowers trainers to tailor learning experiences by swiftly adapting content based on the insights gained, thus fostering a more engaged and responsive virtual learning environment.

Learning activities    

• Formative Quizzes: Employ quizzes to evaluate participants' comprehension and grasp of the material covered.

• Engaging Polls: Utilize polls to swiftly collect opinions, preferences, and perspectives from learners.

• Insightful Surveys: Conduct surveys to acquire valuable feedback, suggestions, and deeper insights from participants.

• Self-Assessment Tools: Integrate self-assessment mechanisms to encourage self-guided learning and personal progress tracking.

Accessibility and technical specifics     

Type of tool:

• Microsoft Teams is an integral part of the Microsoft 365 suite, Microsoft Forms aligns seamlessly with other Microsoft productivity tools.

Materials needed:

• To utilize Microsoft Forms, participants need a device with internet access and a valid Microsoft 365 account.

Accessibility:

The platform's responsive design ensures seamless user experience across devices such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones. This adaptability enhances accessibility for trainers and participants, fostering engagement regardless of the chosen device. Microsoft Forms' compatibility with various devices underlines its commitment to user accessibility.

Links to videos and instructions:

Microsoft Help & Learning: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/forms 

Introduction to Microsoft Forms: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/introduction-to-microsoft-forms-bb1dd261-260f-49aa-9af0-d3dddcea6d69

365 Training Portal: Independently Curated Microsoft 365 Assets: https://365trainingportal.com/forms/

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