{"id":8525,"date":"2025-04-30T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/?p=8525"},"modified":"2025-04-29T15:13:48","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T22:13:48","slug":"empowering-everyone-with-agents-in-copilot-chat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/2025\/04\/empowering-everyone-with-agents-in-copilot-chat\/","title":{"rendered":"Empowering everyone with agents in Copilot Chat"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>AI is changing the way we work across a multitude of industries, and education is no exception. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/microsoft-copilot\/agents\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Agents<\/strong><\/a>\u2014specialized AI assistants\u2014take the power of generative AI a step further by allowing customization and the ability to work for you or alongside you. Agents in education can be tailored to support you with expertise in instructional design, unique student preferences, institutional data analysis, and many other tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"transforming-education-with-microsoft-365-copilot-chat\">Transforming education with Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We believe there\u2019s an opportunity to empower everyone with a copilot and transform education experiences with agents. That\u2019s why <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/2025\/01\/delivering-greater-impact-with-copilot-and-the-power-of-agents\/\">we offer agents in Copilot Chat<\/a><\/strong>, available at no additional cost when referencing data from the web and on a pay-as-you-go basis when using institutional data. Agents are also available with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can build an agent using natural language and additional configuration in Copilot Chat or get started with an agent template. With Copilot Chat, agents can be accessed and managed directly in the chat and <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/copilot\/microsoft-365\/enterprise-data-protection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">enterprise data protection<\/a> helps keep your experience safe and secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Transform education experiences with agents\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/PkMySPKA84o?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 is-style-chevron-right\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/m365copilot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try agents in Copilot Chat<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"using-copilot-chat-agents-in-education\">Using Copilot Chat agents in education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\n  Whether you\u2019re building a custom agent or taking advantage of agent templates, there are numerous ways that agents in Copilot Chat can make a positive impact on your day-to-day activities. Here are some of the ways eligible students, educators, administrators, and leaders can benefit from agents in Copilot Chat: \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Provide immediate support<\/strong> \u2013 Answer commonly asked questions using your data sources and help navigate institutional resources in real-time. Agents can help troubleshoot IT issues, provide guidance from resources on school policies, programs, or processes like enrollment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Generate tailored content <\/strong>\u2013 Create the materials you need based on your instructions and reference resources whether it\u2019s a study guide, lesson plan, professional development, or school communication. Upload your files like standards, curriculum documents, guidelines, or requirements to tailor your agent for the task.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Test your knowledge<\/strong> \u2013 Build agents to help students succeed in their classes by designing them with specific instructions and materials. Agents can then support students as they study with custom quizzes, feedback, and practice through simulations of relevant real-world scenarios.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Uncover and dive into insights<\/strong> \u2013 Instantly summarize, analyze, and explore insights across multiple files or a folder of knowledge. Understand and ask questions about trends in your data across areas like student performance, finance, operations, or community feedback.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Copilot Agents for Microsoft Education\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/Y0N6hbXmD5M?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 is-style-chevron-right\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/Copilot\/AgentOverviewGuide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download the agent overview guide<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"using-agent-templates-in-copilot-chat\">Using agent templates in Copilot Chat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Microsoft 365 Copilot comes with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/microsoft-copilot\/blog\/copilot-studio\/explore-agents-pre-built-for-you-in-microsoft-copilot-studio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">set of agent templates<\/a> that are ready to use and perform a wide range of tasks to help support you. Here are a few existing agents that are ready to customize and use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Idea Coach <\/strong>\u2013<strong> <\/strong>Enhance brainstorming with fun and engaging agenda and action plans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prompt Coach <\/strong>\u2013<strong> <\/strong>Create effective Copilot Chat prompts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Writing Coach <\/strong>\u2013<strong> <\/strong>Refine your writing to boost effectiveness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Career Coach <\/strong>\u2013<strong> <\/strong>Receive personalized career advice, goals, and action plans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\n  Select \u201cGet agents\u201d in the right-side panel of Copilot Chat to find agent templates, including the ones above. You can search for specific agents or simply browse the library within Copilot Chat to find additional agents that work for you. Additionally, your institution may have created tailored agents for you to use.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"creating-agents-in-copilot-chat\">Creating agents in Copilot Chat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat - Agent builder demo\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/5bYMrKYyxmg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n  It\u2019s quick and easy to create customized agents in Copilot Chat. Here\u2019s how to start building your own agents:\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Create an agent.<\/strong> Select \u201cCreate an agent\u201d in the right-side pane of Copilot Chat to open the agent builder. You can create and name your new agent or choose a provided template.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Define your agent\u2019s instructions.<\/strong> Use the chat to describe what you\u2019d like your agent to do. You should also include the style and tone it should use while completing tasks. For example: \u201cCreate an agent to help students in my Intro to Business Comms study and prepare for the midterm.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Configure your agent.<\/strong> If you\u2019d like to make improvements or changes to your agent, you can add documents, data, and files to its knowledge base. You can also edit your agent\u2019s instructions at any time to adjust its responses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Publish the agent. <\/strong>When you\u2019re happy with your agent\u2019s output, you can publish your agent for you and others in your institution to use. As the needs of your institution change, you can continue to adjust your agent or create new ones for different purposes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\n  Here are some ways you can use your customized agents: \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Answering frequently asked questions.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helping new students navigate school resources.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Giving feedback based on existing rubrics or frameworks.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore insights from data in accessible ways.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tailoring lessons to specific content, standards, or student needs.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\n  You can keep agents up to date by selecting &#8220;Create an agent&#8221; to open the agent builder and expanding the drop-down menu at the top to select &#8220;View all agents.&#8221; This will allow you to view, edit, and share agents within your institution and ensure they\u2019re still meeting your needs.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"managing-agents-in-copilot-chat-for-it-admins\">Managing agents in Copilot Chat for IT admins<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat - Manage agents demo\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/jMCn0-ZCHOM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\n  The key to successful agent management for IT administrators is understanding how agent usage is measured and billed. Each agent&#8217;s usage is tracked by the number of messages they handle, and the total cost for your institution is calculated based on the sum of these messages.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For IT admins, purchasing messages is straightforward. You can buy them through the Copilot Studio meter in Microsoft Azure, which offers a convenient pay-as-you-go option. Once you&#8217;ve got your messages, Microsoft Power Platform admin center is where you&#8217;ll <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/microsoft-copilot\/blog\/copilot-studio\/enabling-agents-in-microsoft-365-copilot-chat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">set up billing<\/a> and assign message capacity to Copilot Chat and individual agents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 is-style-chevron-right\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/Copilot\/ITControlsGuide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download the agent set up guide<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that agent message usage can vary. Factors such as an agent&#8217;s complexity, how frequently they&#8217;re used, and the specific features they employ all play a role in determining their message count. See a quick walkthrough of agent management within Microsoft Power Platform admin center and learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/power-platform\/admin\/manage-copilot-studio-messages-capacity?tabs=classic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">agent management<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"agent-innovation-in-education\">Agent innovation in education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\n  Agents in Copilot Chat offer ways to enhance and streamline your daily activities. You can build one using natural language or start with an agent template.&nbsp;Managing agents directly within Copilot Chat is designed to be seamless, and enterprise data protection helps keep your experience secure. Discover how agents can provide immediate support by answering common questions and navigating institutional resources, generate tailored content like study guides and lesson plans, and uncover valuable insights from your data.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-4 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 is-style-chevron-right\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/m365copilot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try agents in Copilot Chat<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\n  We&#8217;re excited to continue developing resources to support your use of AI in education. Whether you choose to create custom agents or use templates, Copilot Chat helps to ensure a secure and efficient way to make AI work for you. 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