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+### YamlMime:ModuleUnit
+uid: learn.dpu.surface-higher-education.introduction
+title: Introduction
+metadata:
+  title: Introduction
+  description: This content is part of the "Empower Higher Education With Microsoft Surface" module.
+  ms.date: 02/02/2026
+  author: ozahran7
+  ms.author: v-zahranomar
+  ms.topic: unit
+durationInMinutes: 2
+content: |
+  [!include[](includes/1-introduction.md)]

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+### YamlMime:ModuleUnit
+uid: learn.dpu.surface-higher-education.adapt-to-modern-educational-realities
+title: Adapt to modern educational realities
+metadata:
+  title: Adapt To Modern Educational Realities
+  description: This content is part of the "Empower Higher Education With Microsoft Surface" module.
+  ms.date: 02/02/2026
+  author: ozahran7
+  ms.author: v-zahranomar
+  ms.topic: unit
+durationInMinutes: 5
+content: |
+  [!include[](includes/2-adapt-to-modern-educational-realities.md)]

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+### YamlMime:ModuleUnit
+uid: learn.dpu.surface-higher-education.keep-students-organized
+title: Keep students organized
+metadata:
+  title: Keep Students Organized
+  description: This content is part of the "Empower Higher Education With Microsoft Surface" module.
+  ms.date: 02/02/2026
+  author: ozahran7
+  ms.author: v-zahranomar
+  ms.topic: unit
+durationInMinutes: 10
+content: |
+  [!include[](includes/3-keep-students-organized.md)]

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+### YamlMime:ModuleUnit
+uid: learn.dpu.surface-higher-education.enhance-educator-workflow-with-surface
+title: Enhance educator workflow with Surface
+metadata:
+  title: Enhance Educator Workflow With Surface
+  description: This content is part of the "Empower Higher Education With Microsoft Surface" module.
+  ms.date: 02/02/2026
+  author: ozahran7
+  ms.author: v-zahranomar
+  ms.topic: unit
+durationInMinutes: 8
+content: |
+  [!include[](includes/4-enhance-educator-workflow-with-surface.md)]

learn-pr/device-partner-university/surface-higher-education/3-keep-students-organized.yml

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+### YamlMime:ModuleUnit
+uid: learn.dpu.surface-higher-education.secure-device-deployment-for-administrators
+title: Secure device deployment for administrators
+metadata:
+  title: Secure Device Deployment For Administrators
+  description: This content is part of the "Empower Higher Education With Microsoft Surface" module.
+  ms.date: 02/02/2026
+  author: ozahran7
+  ms.author: v-zahranomar
+  ms.topic: unit
+durationInMinutes: 4
+content: |
+  [!include[](includes/5-secure-device-deployment-for-administrators.md)]

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+### YamlMime:ModuleUnit
+uid: learn.dpu.surface-higher-education.knowledge-check
+title: Knowledge check
+metadata:
+  title: Knowledge Check
+  description: This content is part of the "Empower Higher Education With Microsoft Surface" module.
+  ms.date: 02/02/2026
+  author: ozahran7
+  ms.author: v-zahranomar
+  ms.topic: unit
+durationInMinutes: 5
+quiz:
+  title: Check your knowledge
+  questions:
+  - content: "What is one core benefit of a modern device strategy in higher education?"
+    choices:
+        - content: "It removes the need for digital tools entirely."
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. The text states that digital strategy and devices are essential, not unnecessary."
+        - content: "It allows institutions to focus more on educational outcomes instead of device management."
+          isCorrect: true
+          explanation: "Correct. The document explains that a modern device strategy helps institutions focus on outcomes rather than tools."
+        - content: "It guarantees all students receive identical grades."
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. No such claim is made in the material."
+        - content: "It eliminates the need for faculty involvement in teaching."
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. Devices support faculty but don't replace them."
+  - content: "Which component of the Surface Slim Pen 2nd Edition indicates charging and pairing status?"
+    choices:
+        - content: "Pen tip"
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. The pen tip is for writing, not indicating power, or pairing status."
+        - content: "Right-click and select button"
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. This button is for interactions, not status display."
+        - content: "LED light"
+          isCorrect: true
+          explanation: "Correct. The LED light shows charging and pairing information."
+        - content: "Eraser and top button"
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. The top button activates functions but doesn't show light indicators."
+  - content: "What feature in OneNote allows students to convert handwritten notes into typed text?"
+    choices:
+        - content: "Ink to Text"
+          isCorrect: true
+          explanation: "Correct. The module explains that Ink to Text converts handwritten notes into typed content."
+        - content: "Text to Ink"
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. This feature isn't mentioned in the document."
+        - content: "Auto-Format Notes"
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. This capability isn't described."
+        - content: "Quick Convert"
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. This name doesn't appear in the material."
+  - content: "What is a key advantage of using Snap Layouts on a Surface device?"
+    choices:
+        - content: "They automatically complete research tasks."
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. Snap Layouts help organize windows but don't perform research tasks."
+        - content: "They organize windows to improve multitasking and workflow efficiency."
+          isCorrect: true
+          explanation: "Correct. Snap Layouts help users arrange windows for better productivity."
+        - content: "They disable background applications to save battery."
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. This isn't mentioned as a Snap Layouts function."
+        - content: "They lock the screen layout and prevent changes."
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. Snap Layouts allow rearranging, not restricting layouts."
+  - content: "What does the Insights tab in Surface Management Portal help IT administrators do?"
+    choices:
+        - content: "Create class schedules for faculty."
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. The module doesn't mention scheduling features in the portal."
+        - content: "Monitor device compliance, health, and coverage across the institution."
+          isCorrect: true
+          explanation: "Correct. The Insights tab provides information on compliance, storage, encryption, updates, and more."
+        - content: "Design digital course materials automatically."
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. The portal focuses on device management, not instructional content."
+        - content: "Assign homework to students."
+          isCorrect: false
+          explanation: "Incorrect. This is unrelated to device management tools."

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+### YamlMime:ModuleUnit
+uid: learn.dpu.surface-higher-education.summary
+title: Summary
+metadata:
+  title: Summary
+  description: This content is part of the "Empower Higher Education With Microsoft Surface" module.
+  ms.date: 02/02/2026
+  author: ozahran7
+  ms.author: v-zahranomar
+  ms.topic: unit
+durationInMinutes: 1
+content: |
+  [!include[](includes/7-summary.md)]

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+At the higher education level, it's crucial to have the right tools and devices to create a successful digital campus—whether it is for students, faculty, or administrators. Devices play a critical role in how teaching, learning, and administration happen across a campus, influencing accessibility, collaboration, and student outcomes. Microsoft Surface devices help higher education users reach their goals and ensure that evolving educational needs are met.
+
+In this module, you'll discover how Surface devices accelerate learning, simplify IT, and improve efficiency. You'll also explore scenarios for all levels of the higher education equation—students, faculty, administrators—to better understand why Surface devices help higher education users be successful.
+
+## Learning objectives
+
+By the end of this module, you'll be able to:
+
+- Explain how Surface devices support hybrid instruction and inclusive learning across higher education roles.
+- Identify the core benefits of Surface in higher education and match them to common academic workflows.
+- Evaluate the end-to-end experience of Surface with Windows and Microsoft 365 and how it simplifies teaching, learning, and administrative tasks.
+- Differentiate the needs of students, educators, and administrators and select Surface features that address each user's top priorities.