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Hello and welcome to this online course from Microsoft Learning.

>> At Microsoft our mission is empower every person and
every organization to achieve more.
>> Our EdX courses, taught by Microsoft experts, let
you learn cutting edge technologies through hands on experience.
>> Whether you're a student or
a seasoned technologist we can empower you to build
innovative applications, services and experiences.
>> So what are the requirements for course completion?
Well, time.
>> On average our courses have four modules,
which are two to four hours each.
>> Watch the videos, including presentations and demonstrations.
>> Like you would attend a lecture on campus.
>> Complete course readings or projects and
hands on learning activities.
>> These are your homework assignments and
probably where you will learn most.
>> Take quizzes to help you prepare for the assessment.
>> The assessments can only be taken once and
you need a passing grade to successfully complete the course.
>> Our courses are free as all learning should be.
>> For a shareable, verified certificate, there is the fee.
>> While our courses offer different experiences,
all of them shared a similar approach.
>> Please review the About page to find specific
information about your course.
>> For example, some courses release all content immediately.
>> While others release modules incrementally over time.
>> Are part of a larger learning program.
>> May require an Azure or Office 365 subscription.
>> Many students use a free trial subscription.
>> Offer opportunities to engage with instructors and peers.
>> The most common indicators of success among the more
than 2 million learners that experienced our online
courses are >> Dedicating enough
time to the course.
>> Demonstrating perseverance.
>> And participating in the discussion groups.
>> Welcome to the world of Microsoft technology.
Choose a path and make your mark.
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