MICROSOFT COPILOT AS A TOOL TO SUCCESS

All members of Faculty and Staff here at Salt Lake Community College have been granted access to the base version of Microsoft Copilot AI. The use of Copilot functions at Salt Lake Community College can significantly enhance the learning and administrative experience. Copilot can assist in proofreading academic papers, ensuring that submissions are grammatically sound and well-structured. Faculty and staff can use Copilot as a starting point for crafting emails, announcements, and other communications, saving time and improving clarity. Additionally, Copilot can streamline information gathering, providing quick access to data and resources, which can aid in research and lesson planning. This integration of AI tools can lead to more efficient workflows and enhanced educational outcomes.  You can access Copilot by going to: copilot.microsoft.com.

 

SECURITY POLICIES

A major concern today is the use of private information in the growth of machine learning algorithms. There are many options for AI that are powerful tools, but prompts and entries are retained and sold by the providers of these platforms. To ensure data security and compliance, it is crucial to use only the licensed Microsoft Copilot platform for any professional purposes. Unlicensed platforms such as ChatGPT, and Gemini are not supported and should be avoided for professional use. Using Microsoft Copilot ensures that all data remains secure and within the guidelines set by SLCC. 

 

You can review additional security policies and recommendations from our CIO by reviewing our Guidelines for AI Use at SLCC.

 

HOW TO USE COPILOT

There are many ways that Copilot can be leveraged to help anyone with their projects and we have attached guides to help get you started. View the attached documents (top right of the page) for more information and training on how to use Copilot.

• Using AI in the Workplace Booklet - This document provides training tips on how to access Copilot, secure and responsible use or Copilot, definitions, tips and examples of prompt engineering, and some ways to test and experiment with Copilot.
• Using AI PowerPoint - These are the slides from the AI Training Series offered in coordination with OIT, SLCC Library and Staff Development. This document shows good practices for using Copilot safely, examples and definition of prompt engineering, as well as the differences in licensing options provided to Staff and Faculty.
• Copilot Do's and Don'ts - This document gives you good tips for what to do and what not to do when making prompts for Copilot using goals, contact, sources and expectations.

 

Copilot is here to help and is available to all members of Salt Lake Community College. Students can access the free version of copilot by going to copilot.microsoft.com. Take advantage of this secure and powerful tool today. 

 

If you have any issues with Copilot running in your browser, please contact Help Desk. You can submit a ticket by going to support.slcc.edu and reporting an issue. You can also send us an email at HelpDesk@slcc.edu or calling us at (801)957-5555.

If you have questions on the functions of Copilot or how you can improve your prompts, please reach out to the OIT Trainers by emailing OITTraining@slcc.edu.