On Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM, the Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department at Tishk International University conducted an internal seminar as part of its ongoing seminar series. Mr. Mohammed Ariwan Jamal delivered the session, which focused on improving academic communication and student learning through Microsoft tools.
The seminar introduced practical methods for using Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Teams in academic settings. The presenter explained how staff can use official university email for communication and how Microsoft Teams supports class organization and online teaching. As a result, participants gained a clearer understanding of how digital platforms enhance teaching efficiency.
During the seminar, Mr. Jamal demonstrated how to schedule and conduct online lectures, manage assignments, and share announcements effectively. He also highlighted strategies to improve student engagement through structured digital classrooms, helping attendees connect daily teaching tasks with modern e-learning tools.
Participants actively engaged in the session using their personal laptops, applying the tools in real time and receiving immediate guidance. The interactive format encouraged questions and allowed direct technical support throughout the seminar.
The session also reinforced departmental communication policies, emphasizing the use of official platforms for all academic interactions to ensure consistency and professionalism, thereby supporting alignment with institutional standards and best practices.
The seminar concluded with an open discussion where lecturers shared their experiences and explored ways to improve digital teaching methods. Through this internal seminar, the department continued to strengthen digital competencies and promote effective academic communication.
Keywords: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Digital Teaching, E-Learning, Academic Communication, PAME Department
