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Researcher Development Programme (RDP)

Instructor-led course

Provided by: University Information Services - Digital Literacy Skills

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2026


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Collaboration Tools: Microsoft Teams - Surveys, Forms, Quizzes and Polls (In Person Face to Face)
Prerequisites


Description

Using Microsoft Forms, this hands on course teaches you how to create:

  • Online forms for questionnaires or surveys using a branching scenario.
  • Create a quiz.
  • Quick polls for use before or after a meeting, or to distribute via a Teams chat or channel.
  • This is the In Person Face to Face version of the Live Online Microsoft Teams Surveys, Forms and Polls course.

Please Note: It is important that when you book on this course, on your booking confirmation page, click on Add to Calendar to start the process to import the course appointment into your calendar.

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Target audience
  • All current Cambridge University members (departments and colleges)
  • Further details regarding eligibility criteria are available
Prerequisites
Topics covered
  • How to Create a Questionnaire or Survey using Microsoft Forms
    • Templates
    • Creating a new form from scratch
    • Where to save forms to allow group ownership
    • Branching and sections
    • Customising and restricting form settings
    • Distributing forms
    • Downloading form submissions
    • Delete a form that you own
    • Create a quiz
  • Polls
    • Create a quick poll in a chat or channel
    • Polls ahead of or during a meeting
    • Create a Scheduling Poll to organise a meeting
Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Build and Manage Forms
    • Create surveys and questionnaires using Microsoft Forms.
    • Decide when to start from scratch or use a template.
    • Add branching logic and sections to guide respondents through dynamic form paths.
    • Delete forms they own and manage form lifecycle effectively.
  • Organise and Collaborate on Forms
    • Choose the appropriate location to create and save forms (personal vs group ownership).
    • Move forms to group ownership for shared access and long-term management.
    • Collaborate on forms with colleagues, ensuring version control and shared editing.
  • Create and Use Polls in Microsoft Teams
    • Create polls in Teams channels, chats, and meetings.
    • Schedule polls ahead of meetings or launch them live during sessions.
    • Use scheduling polls to coordinate availability.
Format
  • Demonstration and practical activities
Notes

What we expect from participants

  • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time to avoid disruptions.
  • Participants are expected to actively engage with the lesson and the trainer and there will be activities to do.
  • PC’s are provided in our training rooms but if you wish to bring and use your own laptop you can do.
  • Feel free to ask questions at any time.
  • We welcome your interaction throughout the course. Your contribution will enhance your own experience as well as that of others. Thank you.
Duration
  • One session of two hours (approximately)
Frequency
  • Termly
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Theme
Collaboration & Communication

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