I am teacher in university and want to teach the most popular and important cloud technologies?

Question

My name is Teodora and I am an assistant of computer science at Trakia University in Bulgaria. I try to teach the most current, developing and useful technologies of the new age. This semester I'm teaching a Cloud Technology course - in my opinion, where the whole future is headed. We put the basic theoretical knowledge during the training, but to completely fill the module, it was impossible for me without practical exercises. and they are unthinkable without the technologies of the new age. I was able to demonstrate some of the cloud services you offer, but somehow without detailed examples, I feel I've been misunderstood. I am contacting you to ask First that you support that I have included google cloud services as part of the student material. Secondly, ask you to tell me which is the most popular and used technology. For graduates to become competitive in the job market, they need to impress with knowledge and skills, so I think they need to be properly prepared for our times. I will be very grateful for your support and assistance. Sincerely, Theodora.

Answer

Hello Teodora Noncheva,

Welcome to the Microsoft Q&A and thank you for posting your questions here.

Problem

Sequel to your questions, I understand that you are seeking an insight into how to can utilized cloud technology practical based learning couple with your theory curriculum for your students in the class and to ensure your students are competitive in the job market.

Scenario

Writing a unique scenario for you: Teodora, an assistant professor at Trakia University, is designing a Cloud Technology course for the semester. She understands the significance of cloud computing in the modern world and aims to equip her students with both theoretical understanding and practical skills in this field. However, she faces a dilemma regarding the inclusion of Google Cloud services in her curriculum. While she believes in their relevance, she seeks validation to ensure she's providing her students with the most up-to-date and industry-relevant material.

Additionally, Teodora wants to ensure that her students are well-prepared for the job market. To achieve this, she is keen to identify the most popular and widely used cloud technology. By understanding industry trends and demands, she hopes to tailor her course to meet the expectations of potential employers and empower her students to stand out in a competitive job market.

Solution

This prescribed solution was based on the scenario given and your questions, while focusing on the problem statement. I will reply due to my past experience working with university as a lecturer and courses validation member, also as a Microsoft Certified Trainer that has worked with Microsoft Certified Academy and Microsoft Certified Gold Learning Partner.

NOTE: I will focus only on Microsoft Training.

There are couple of things associated to get access to Microsoft Azure Labs, and cloud technologies.

I will classify this into two parts, 1. You as a trainer or teacher and 2. The university.

About you as a trainer or teacher. You will need to become Microsoft Educator or Microsoft Certified Trainer before you can teach Microsoft Official Curriculum and have access to associated labs (Practical) for demonstrations for your students.
1. How To Become a Microsoft Trainer: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/how-to-become-microsoft-trainer.
2. How to become a Microsoft Educator Trainer: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/educator-center/programs/microsoft-educator/trainer.
About your university. I strongly believe your school have a robust curriculum for their student, if your school would like their student to become expert in various cloud technology by practice, they have to become Microsoft Academy, or Microsoft Learning Partner. Doing so will not only allow teachers and students to have access to the Microsoft Official Curriculum and Labs but also have discount certifications code for students and teachers.
1. Read more about Microsoft Educator academy - Training. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/courses/microsoft-educator-academy
2. How to become Microsoft Training Services Partner. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/partner-center/mpn-benefits-map-competency-learning-option-enroll

Finally

In many cases, to achieve your goal. Some school charge the students to subscribe to 1-month free Microsoft Azure, or Microsoft Azure student subscription. Also, while doing this they can present their case to Microsoft to Showcase their Schools. While not directly related to becoming a Microsoft Academy, it's worth noting that Microsoft recognizes exemplary schools as Showcase Schools for those schools that demonstrate innovative use of technology in education.

In addition, your academic institution may choose to become a partner with Microsoft Learning Partners in your location to achieve their goals, this Microsoft Learning Partner will help structure the curriculum and the labs to time stipulated for the class. You can contact the below or search other partners for more enquiries:

Best Microsoft partners and resellers in Bulgaria - https://elioplus.com/bulgaria/channel-partners/microsoft.
Get started here by search - partner.microsoft.com. https://partner.microsoft.com/bg-bg/partnership.

Lastly, if you will need only Microsoft labs, you can contact XtremLab. They are Microsoft Labs Provider for all partners to have more details about their services.

XTREMELABS SUPPORT: support@xtremelabs.io; xliosupportqueue@xtremelabs.io

NOTE: For more generic cloud technology fundamental courses, you might need to contact CompTIA, if their curriculum fit your school standard.

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Best Regards,

Sina Salam NOTE: Recovered.

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