Last Updated: 2020–MAR–31 01:36 CST, 06:36 UTC

As a Microsoft Teams expert and administrator, I have become one of the most popular people in my company over the past few weeks. Due to the rapid spread of COVID-19, and the decision of governments and businesses around the world to shut down their offices and to allow their employees to work from home — Microsoft Teams has shown unprecedented growth during the coronavirus pandemic.

A snapshot from the Microsoft Teams Quick Reference (PDF)

The battling of COVID-19’s spread through social distancing, and the recovery is going to be months in the making, according to Bill Gates. During that time, telecommuting and remote collaboration numbers will continue to skyrocket. So, what better way to set yourself up for remote work success than to drive into some great free training resources for Microsoft Teams?

Below is a collection of links to various training resources, that I’ve categorized to help you dive into the aspects of Teams that is most important to you. The training options range from quick links, short video training nuggets, long YouTube videos and playlists, and even free, Microsoft instructor-led webinars. I’ll continue to update and refine this list as I come across update it for my users.

So, bookmark and check back if you so choose (or follow me on Twitter for more updates). Until then; good luck out there, stay safe, and happy Microsoft Teaming! — Brad

Microsoft offers many free training resources to help get you up to speed with Microsoft Teams

General Microsoft Teams Training Resources

Microsoft Teams Quick Reference (PDF) — A quick reference training printout

Introduction to Microsoft Teams — A short 2m 31s “elevator pitch” video of Microsoft Teams and its capabilities

Microsoft Teams Video Training — A collection of short videos categorized for easy viewing, such as:

Microsoft Free Instructor-Led Webinars

Microsoft Teams has 4 Levels of Training Sessions (links below)

Microsoft Teams Knowledge Checks

Working from Home with Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams Training Paths (Virtual Lessons)

Apps in Microsoft Teams

Unlock the full potential of Microsoft Teams by extending its functionality with apps

Microsoft Teams Links for IT and Support Professionals

Microsoft Teams Meetings Tips and Tricks

Creating Meetings:

Meetings:

Calls:

Collaboration:

Recordings:

Advanced Features: