From Monday, January 11, 2021 to Friday, February 5, 2021, Certiport will host the first-ever Month of Microsoft, an immersive online experience. Get exposed to the power of Microsoft and Microsoft education resources, learn more about Microsoft’s portfolio of certification programs, and find out how to empower your students with industry-recognized skills.
Month of Microsoft will feature
- weekly webinars featuring technology industry and educational leaders, including experts from Microsoft, veteran Microsoft educators, and former MOS World Championship competitors. Check out the full line-up below.
- informative blog posts on multiple topics, including a detailed outline of the Microsoft certification pathway, changes coming for Microsoft’s certification programs, and details on the best learning products for your classroom’s Microsoft certifications.
- past Microsoft certification candidate interviews talking about where they are now and how their Microsoft certifications have set them apart.
Stay tuned for the exciting month filled with Microsoft events and news. Plus, those who attend all the live webinars will receive a professional development certificate, demonstrating the hours you spent learning and growing through Month of Microsoft.
Webinar Topics and Schedule
Microsoft 101: Get the Basics and Updates for Microsoft’s Certification Programs
New to Microsoft certification or looking to expand your school’s certification offerings? Join us for a deep dive into all things Microsoft education with experts from Microsoft and Certiport. Learn about what exams exist today, the best pathway for students to follow, and what changes are coming!
Date: Wednesday January 13, 2021
Time: 4:00 PM ET
View the recording here. You can also download Microsoft's presentation here, and Certiport's presentation here.
MOS Learning Partners: Who’s Who
Learn about which MOS learning products will work best for you and your students. In this webinar, your fellow educators will share helpful and honest testimonials and best practices for their go-to learning products: MSi and Jasperactive.
Date: Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Time: 4 PM ET
View the recording here.
MTA Learning Partners: Who’s Who
Learn about which MTA learning products will work best for you and your students. In this webinar, your fellow educators will share helpful and honest testimonials and best practices for their go-to learning product: LearnKey.
Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Time: 4 PM ET
View the recording here.
Microsoft Fundamentals Learning Partners: Who’s Who
As one of our newer programs, you may be wondering if Microsoft Fundamentals will work for you and your students. Join us as LearnKey showcases their Microsoft Fundamentals curriculum, and how you can integrate it into your classroom.
Date: Thursday, January 21, 2021
Time: 4 PM ET
View the recording here.
Are You Ready to Compete? Deep Dive into the MOS Championship
With more than 2 million certifications delivered annually, MOS is the world’s largest IT certification program. The MOS World Championship gives Microsoft Office Specialist students from around the world the chance to showcase the power of their MOS certification. Find out to get your students involved, what they need to do to qualify, and how the competition has changed the lives of past competitors.
Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Time: 4 PM ET
View the recording here.
The Future of Technology: How to Teach Workforce Demanded Skills in the Classroom
Technology changes rapidly, and education can have a hard time keeping up. Join some amazing educators, employers, and industry experts as they discuss CTE teacher resources and how tomorrow’s skills can be taught in the classroom today.
Date: Wednesday, February 3, 2021
Time: 4 PM ET
View the recording here.
Don’t worry if one of the dates or times listed won’t work with your schedule. Register for the webinar and you’ll get first access to a recorded presentation to view on your own time. We can’t wait to learn with all of you!