Master Microsoft Teams meetings with Justin Vogel! Learn how to schedule, host, and manage virtual meetings—from screen sharing to breakout rooms and recording—all in one place.
Hosting or joining virtual meetings shouldn’t be complicated. In Meetings in Microsoft Teams, instructor Justin Vogel guides you through the entire meeting experience—from scheduling and joining to sharing content and using advanced features. Whether you're leading a team, running a webinar, or just want smoother video calls, this course will help you feel confident using Teams to communicate effectively.
You’ll learn how to set up meetings, manage participants, use breakout rooms, record sessions, and collaborate in real time. Justin walks you through best practices for both organizers and attendees, so you can make the most out of every meeting. If you want to save time, reduce confusion, and run more productive meetings in Microsoft Teams, this course is for you.
Course Outline ( Free Preview)
Module 00 - What You Need to Get Started
Before jumping into meetings, make sure you have access to Microsoft Teams and any materials needed for this course. Download the Class Files below.
Module 01 - Introduction
In this module, Justin Vogel introduces the course and outlines what you'll gain from learning how to manage Teams meetings more effectively. You'll get a sense of how Teams meetings can be used for everything from quick check-ins to large webinars. This introduction also highlights the value of using Teams as a centralized communication platform and sets the tone for the practical, hands-on approach used throughout the course.
Module 02 - Scheduling Teams Meetings
Learn how to schedule meetings using both Microsoft Teams and Outlook, ensuring your attendees get the right invite and options from the start. Justin shows you how to set meeting times, manage attendees, and configure recurring meetings. You’ll also learn about setting meeting permissions and customizing options like lobby settings and presenters. By the end of this module, you’ll be scheduling meetings with confidence and clarity.
Module 03 - Meeting Best Practices22 min.
This module is packed with tips to help you run meetings that are organized, inclusive, and productive. From creating agendas to assigning roles and encouraging participation, Justin walks you through habits that elevate your virtual meetings. You'll also explore how to manage chat, screen sharing, and follow-up tasks to keep everyone aligned. Whether you're a host or participant, these best practices will make your meetings more effective.
Module 04 - Whiteboarding in Microsoft Teams10 min.
Discover how to add visual collaboration to your meetings using the built-in Microsoft Whiteboard. This module covers how to launch a whiteboard, draw, type, and use templates during real-time collaboration. Justin shows how Whiteboard is great for brainstorming sessions, project planning, or group discussions. It’s a powerful way to boost engagement and creativity in any meeting.
Module 05 - Breakout Rooms6 min.
Need to break a large meeting into smaller discussion groups? This module explains how to set up and manage breakout rooms in Microsoft Teams. You’ll learn how to assign participants, move between rooms, and bring everyone back together efficiently. Justin also shares when breakout rooms work best and how to keep conversations productive while maintaining control as the meeting host.
Module 06 - Town Halls and Webinars13 min.
Take your virtual events to the next level with Microsoft Teams’ specialized meeting formats: Town Halls and Webinars. In this module, you’ll learn the differences between these formats and how to configure settings like attendee registration, presenter roles, and event moderation. Whether you're hosting an all-hands meeting or an external presentation, Justin provides guidance to ensure it runs smoothly from start to finish.
Module 07 - Together Mode7 min.
Together Mode creates a more natural and connected meeting experience by placing participants in a shared virtual environment. This module walks you through enabling Together Mode and explains how and when to use it effectively. It’s a simple way to reduce virtual fatigue and boost engagement in meetings where face-to-face interaction matters.
Module 08 - Web Experience4 min.
Not everyone uses the Teams desktop app, and that’s okay. This module explores how to access and use Microsoft Teams through a web browser, covering what’s available and what differs from the full app. Justin shows you how to schedule, join, and manage meetings directly from the browser without losing key functionality. It’s perfect for users who work across multiple devices or can’t install software.
Module 09 - Class Wrap Up1 min.
In the final module, you’ll review the key features and best practices covered throughout the course. Justin offers a quick recap and shares additional resources to continue exploring Teams meeting features. You’ll walk away with the confidence to host, participate in, and manage virtual meetings more effectively—whether you’re working with a small team or a large audience.
Justin Vogel taught high school Advanced Placement® psychology and academic research for 15 years. He holds an MS in Psychology and spent several summers teaching psychology to educators new to the subject. He has also scored AP exams, reviewed textbooks for the Florida Department of Education, and written exam questions for test banks. He has presented at professional learning conferences at the local and national level and now puts his teaching and presentation skills to use on the Power BI team at Pragmatic Works.
