Microsoft Teams for Education
The hub for teamwork in your school.
Overview
Microsoft Teams for Education is a version of the popular collaboration platform tailored for academic use. It integrates with Microsoft 365 apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote, providing a comprehensive environment for communication, collaborative work, and virtual classrooms. Research groups use it to stay connected, manage files, and collaborate on documents.
✨ Key Features
- Persistent chat and channel conversations
- Video conferencing and online meetings
- Integration with Microsoft 365 apps for real-time co-authoring
- File storage and sharing with SharePoint and OneDrive
- Class Notebooks and Assignments for educational use
- Extensible with a wide range of third-party apps
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with the Microsoft 365 ecosystem
- Combines chat, video, and document collaboration in one app
- Strong enterprise-grade security and compliance features
Unique Value: A unified platform for communication and collaboration that is deeply integrated with the familiar Microsoft 365 tools.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Virtual learning and classrooms
- Faculty and staff collaboration
- Research group communication
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Dedicated reference management
- Open data repository
🏆 Alternatives
Teams is the natural choice for institutions heavily using Microsoft products, offering deeper integration with Office apps than competitors like Slack or Google Workspace.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (A3/A5 plans tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Included for free with Office 365 A1, which is free for educational institutions
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