{"id":1504,"date":"2025-07-25T14:31:10","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T18:31:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/?post_type=chapter&#038;p=1504"},"modified":"2025-08-07T13:04:08","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T17:04:08","slug":"getting-started","status":"publish","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/chapter\/getting-started\/","title":{"raw":"Getting Started","rendered":"Getting Started"},"content":{"raw":"<h2><a id=\"how-to-access-teams\"><\/a><a href=\"#how-to-access-teams\">How to Access Teams (App, Web, Mobile)<\/a><\/h2>\r\nThere are three ways in which you can access Teams. Here\u2019s how:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Desktop App<\/strong>: For the best experience, we recommend that you download the MS Teams app on your computer. Once installed, sign in with your UNBC account. This app keeps you logged in so you will receive notifications.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Mobile App<\/strong>: Stay connected on the go by using the MS Teams mobile app. Whether you\u2019re on your phone or tablet, this app lets you sign in with your UNBC credentials and receive notifications from your class teams.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Web Browser<\/strong>: You can access MS Teams directly through your web browser without downloading anything. Just log in to\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">teams.microsoft.com<\/a> with your UNBC account and you\u2019re good to go! However, keep in mind that you won\u2019t receive notifications unless you\u2019re actively using the web app.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Note: Breakout Rooms are available only through the Teams desktop or mobile app and <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">not through the web browser. <\/span><\/strong>The ONLY way to have full functionality is to use the mobile or desktop application.\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/downloads\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the Teams app<\/a>\u00a0for Windows or Mac.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Mobile apps are available for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone 10 from the respective app stores.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Start the\u00a0MS Teams application on your computer like you would start any application.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>When requested, login to the application using your UNBC login credentials.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>If your instructor holds Microsoft Teams online\/live classes, you will need<strong>\u00a0speakers and a\u00a0microphone,<\/strong>\u00a0which are built into most laptops. For better audio quality, you can also use headsets or ear buds (that have a microphone) \u2014 with Teams.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Depending on your instructor's requirements, you may need a\u00a0<strong>webcam<\/strong>, which is built into most laptops. Teams mobile apps also can use your smart phone's\u00a0forward-facing camera.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h2><a id=\"logging-into-teams-with-university-account\"><\/a><a href=\"#logging-into-teams-with-university-account\">Logging in with Your University Account<\/a><\/h2>\r\nWhether you\u2019re on a Windows PC, an iPhone, an Android device, or even just using a web browser, Teams is with you.\r\n\r\n<em>How to Get Started:<\/em>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li><strong>Download the App:<\/strong>\u202fAvailable on Windows, iOS, and Android.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Use the Browser:<\/strong>\u202fSimply go to\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/\">teams.microsoft.com<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nSign in and Connect:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Use your UNBC username and password.\u00a0 <strong>Note:<\/strong> You will be required to use the UNBC multi-factor authentication process the same way you do with all UNBC platforms as outlined at <a href=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/chapter\/logging-in\">https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/chapter\/logging-in\u00a0<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Start chatting, sharing, and collaborating with your instructor and peers in no time!<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><a id=\"navigating-teams-interface\"><\/a><a href=\"#navigating-teams-interface\">Navigating the Teams Interface<\/a><\/h2>\r\nAfter you join a class in\u00a0MS Teams, locate the control bar at the top of the course meeting.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1563\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/984\/2025\/07\/MSTeamsInterface.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"641\" height=\"230\" \/>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Use\u00a0the\u00a0<strong>Participants<\/strong>\u00a0icon to identify who is in attendance.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>To type questions or comments, click the\u00a0<strong>Chat<\/strong>\u00a0icon.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>When you would like to speak, use the\u00a0<strong>Raise Hand<\/strong>\u00a0icon to notify your\u00a0instructor that you have a question or comment.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Use the\u00a0<strong>Camera on\/off<\/strong>\u00a0button to enable your video camera.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Use the\u00a0<strong>Mute\/Unmute\u00a0<\/strong>button to turn your microphone on or off.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Use the\u00a0<strong>Share Screen\u00a0<\/strong>button to share something on your computer with the class.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Use the\u00a0<strong>Hang up\u00a0<\/strong>button to leave the meeting.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Under\u00a0<strong>More actions\u00a0<\/strong>menu, you can double check your audio and video\u00a0<strong>device settings,\u00a0<\/strong>change your\u00a0<strong>video background<\/strong>, turn on\u00a0<strong>live captions,<\/strong>\u00a0and more. You may want to explore the\u00a0<strong>More actions<\/strong>\u00a0menu before the class starts.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Use the\u00a0<strong>Leave<\/strong>\u00a0button\u00a0when you are ready to exit the meeting.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><a id=\"finding-and-joining-course-team\"><\/a><a href=\"#finding-and-joining-course-team\">Finding and Joining Your Course Team<\/a><\/h2>\r\nYour instructor will provide you with details on your Teams link for webconference calls.\u00a0 This link should be posted in your course in https:\/\/moodle.unbc.ca.\u00a0 If you have any trouble finding your Teams link, please contact support@unbc.ca\r\n\r\n&nbsp;","rendered":"<h2><a id=\"how-to-access-teams\"><\/a><a href=\"#how-to-access-teams\">How to Access Teams (App, Web, Mobile)<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>There are three ways in which you can access Teams. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Desktop App<\/strong>: For the best experience, we recommend that you download the MS Teams app on your computer. Once installed, sign in with your UNBC account. This app keeps you logged in so you will receive notifications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mobile App<\/strong>: Stay connected on the go by using the MS Teams mobile app. Whether you\u2019re on your phone or tablet, this app lets you sign in with your UNBC credentials and receive notifications from your class teams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Web Browser<\/strong>: You can access MS Teams directly through your web browser without downloading anything. Just log in to\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">teams.microsoft.com<\/a> with your UNBC account and you\u2019re good to go! However, keep in mind that you won\u2019t receive notifications unless you\u2019re actively using the web app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Note: Breakout Rooms are available only through the Teams desktop or mobile app and <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">not through the web browser. <\/span><\/strong>The ONLY way to have full functionality is to use the mobile or desktop application.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/downloads\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the Teams app<\/a>\u00a0for Windows or Mac.<\/li>\n<li>Mobile apps are available for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone 10 from the respective app stores.<\/li>\n<li>Start the\u00a0MS Teams application on your computer like you would start any application.<\/li>\n<li>When requested, login to the application using your UNBC login credentials.<\/li>\n<li>If your instructor holds Microsoft Teams online\/live classes, you will need<strong>\u00a0speakers and a\u00a0microphone,<\/strong>\u00a0which are built into most laptops. For better audio quality, you can also use headsets or ear buds (that have a microphone) \u2014 with Teams.<\/li>\n<li>Depending on your instructor&#8217;s requirements, you may need a\u00a0<strong>webcam<\/strong>, which is built into most laptops. Teams mobile apps also can use your smart phone&#8217;s\u00a0forward-facing camera.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><a id=\"logging-into-teams-with-university-account\"><\/a><a href=\"#logging-into-teams-with-university-account\">Logging in with Your University Account<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re on a Windows PC, an iPhone, an Android device, or even just using a web browser, Teams is with you.<\/p>\n<p><em>How to Get Started:<\/em><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Download the App:<\/strong>\u202fAvailable on Windows, iOS, and Android.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use the Browser:<\/strong>\u202fSimply go to\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/\">teams.microsoft.com<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Sign in and Connect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use your UNBC username and password.\u00a0 <strong>Note:<\/strong> You will be required to use the UNBC multi-factor authentication process the same way you do with all UNBC platforms as outlined at <a href=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/chapter\/logging-in\">https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/chapter\/logging-in\u00a0<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Start chatting, sharing, and collaborating with your instructor and peers in no time!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><a id=\"navigating-teams-interface\"><\/a><a href=\"#navigating-teams-interface\">Navigating the Teams Interface<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>After you join a class in\u00a0MS Teams, locate the control bar at the top of the course meeting.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1563\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/984\/2025\/07\/MSTeamsInterface.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"641\" height=\"230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/984\/2025\/07\/MSTeamsInterface.png 641w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/984\/2025\/07\/MSTeamsInterface-300x108.png 300w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/984\/2025\/07\/MSTeamsInterface-65x23.png 65w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/984\/2025\/07\/MSTeamsInterface-225x81.png 225w, https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/984\/2025\/07\/MSTeamsInterface-350x126.png 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 641px) 100vw, 641px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use\u00a0the\u00a0<strong>Participants<\/strong>\u00a0icon to identify who is in attendance.<\/li>\n<li>To type questions or comments, click the\u00a0<strong>Chat<\/strong>\u00a0icon.<\/li>\n<li>When you would like to speak, use the\u00a0<strong>Raise Hand<\/strong>\u00a0icon to notify your\u00a0instructor that you have a question or comment.<\/li>\n<li>Use the\u00a0<strong>Camera on\/off<\/strong>\u00a0button to enable your video camera.<\/li>\n<li>Use the\u00a0<strong>Mute\/Unmute\u00a0<\/strong>button to turn your microphone on or off.<\/li>\n<li>Use the\u00a0<strong>Share Screen\u00a0<\/strong>button to share something on your computer with the class.<\/li>\n<li>Use the\u00a0<strong>Hang up\u00a0<\/strong>button to leave the meeting.<\/li>\n<li>Under\u00a0<strong>More actions\u00a0<\/strong>menu, you can double check your audio and video\u00a0<strong>device settings,\u00a0<\/strong>change your\u00a0<strong>video background<\/strong>, turn on\u00a0<strong>live captions,<\/strong>\u00a0and more. You may want to explore the\u00a0<strong>More actions<\/strong>\u00a0menu before the class starts.<\/li>\n<li>Use the\u00a0<strong>Leave<\/strong>\u00a0button\u00a0when you are ready to exit the meeting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><a id=\"finding-and-joining-course-team\"><\/a><a href=\"#finding-and-joining-course-team\">Finding and Joining Your Course Team<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Your instructor will provide you with details on your Teams link for webconference calls.\u00a0 This link should be posted in your course in https:\/\/moodle.unbc.ca.\u00a0 If you have any trouble finding your Teams link, please contact support@unbc.ca<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1036,"menu_order":2,"template":"","meta":{"pb_show_title":"on","pb_short_title":"","pb_subtitle":"","pb_authors":[],"pb_section_license":""},"chapter-type":[48],"contributor":[],"license":[],"class_list":["post-1504","chapter","type-chapter","status-publish","hentry","chapter-type-numberless"],"part":1500,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/pressbooks\/v2\/chapters\/1504","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/pressbooks\/v2\/chapters"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/chapter"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1036"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/pressbooks\/v2\/chapters\/1504\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1578,"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/pressbooks\/v2\/chapters\/1504\/revisions\/1578"}],"part":[{"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/pressbooks\/v2\/parts\/1500"}],"metadata":[{"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/pressbooks\/v2\/chapters\/1504\/metadata\/"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1504"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"chapter-type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/pressbooks\/v2\/chapter-type?post=1504"},{"taxonomy":"contributor","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/contributor?post=1504"},{"taxonomy":"license","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/unbcstudents\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/license?post=1504"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}