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Whiteboard

An infinite canvas

Microsoft Whiteboard is a digital collaboration tool that allows educators and students to think visually and work creatively together in real time. Whiteboard functions as an infinite canvas where participants can write, draw, insert notes, images, and shapes – both individually and collaboratively.

The tool is especially well-suited for brainstorming, idea development, group work, and lesson summarization. Educators can use Whiteboard to facilitate discussions, illustrate complex topics, or engage students in active learning.

Whiteboard can be used both synchronously – for example during online teaching via Teams – and asynchronously, where students can access and contribute to the board over time. It creates a flexible and visual learning environment where everyone can participate, regardless of location.

Use the tool for:

  • Visual idea development and brainstorming in teaching.

  • Real-time collaboration during online teaching via integration with Microsoft Teams.

  • Asynchronous group work, where students can continue working on the board over time.

  • Supporting dialogue and shared reflection with an infinite canvas that everyone can contribute to.

Access

ACCESS FOR STUDENTS

All students get access to Microsoft 365 when they are admitted to AU. They can access all M365-apps at https://m365.cloud.microsoft/?auth=2&home=1.

ACCESS FOR INSTRUCTORS

All AU staff have access to Microsoft365 via https://m365.cloud.microsoft/?auth=2&home=1. Many of the applications are also pre-installed on your AU computer.

Tool features (and activities)

Visual idea development

Microsoft Whiteboard allows users to collect ideas, notes, and sketches in a shared visual space, ideal for brainstorming and academic discussion.

Flexible use

Whiteboard can be used both synchronously and asynchronously, and students can return to the board and continue working whenever it suits them.

Real-time collaboration

Multiple users can draw, write, and insert elements simultaneously on the same board – during both in-person and online teaching.

Integration and accessibility

Whiteboard is integrated with Microsoft Teams and accessible from computer, tablet, and mobile, making it easy to use in all teaching formats.