The pandemic has brought us many challenges. Education had shifted from traditional classroom teaching to synchronous/asynchronous mode of learning. The advancement of technology made learning possible even outside the school premises. Various platforms offer a great deal of application for the learners to enjoy learning and have fun at home.

MS Teams is an ideal platform for online blended learning modality. It is equipped with tools and applications you can use in a synchronous or asynchronous learning modality.

MS Teams supports different application softwares like Class Notebook, MS Forms , Interactive Whiteboard, Flipgrid, Insights and the Breakout Rooms.

One of its best features is the MS Teams Class Notebook. It a digital notebook wherein the students can take notes and collaborate with the class. Another one is the Flipgrid. It is an avenue for the learners to tell stories, share opinions and ideas through videos. MS Teams has Assignments and Grades features. This allows teachers to assign performance task like Guided learning activity, essay, poster making, video presentation or quizzes to the learners.
The integration of technology plays a vital role in shaping the learners mind on becoming a 21st century learner in a fast-changing world. Exposing them to the online world will develop their minds to think critically and to act accordingly. Being globally aware he is endowed with attitudes, knowledge, and skills therefore he can be competent enough to accept the challenges and opportunities of a world that promotes the greater good for everybody.