Microsoft Teams is a core collaborative platform within the Microsoft 365 suite, available to all University of Queensland (UQ) staff and students. It supports communication and collaboration by providing a shared digital space where students can engage in discussions, exchange ideas, and work collaboratively on group projects.
In the context of contemporary higher education, where blended learning approaches combine online and face‑to‑face delivery, Microsoft Teams plays an important educational role. It enhances the social dimension of learning by enabling ongoing interaction beyond the classroom, supporting peer collaboration, and fostering a sense of community among learners. As such, Microsoft Teams contributes to more connected, flexible, and engaging learning experiences for UQ students.
Microsoft Teams for Teaching and Learning
A Microsoft Teams site is available for teaching and learning for every course at UQ. However, the use of Microsoft Teams in course delivery is optional and determined at the discretion of the Course Coordinator.
The Course Coordinator, along with other teaching staff who have an Instructor role in the corresponding Learn.UQ course will be added to the course team as team owners. If the Course Coordinator chooses to use Microsoft Teams for a course, they are responsible for activating the course team.
Microsoft Teams for Group Assessment
Group Assessment