Can someone who does not have a UNBC account join a Teams call?
Yes, you can join a Teams meeting anytime, from any device, without signing into an Office account.
For additional information including device specific instructions, please see: Join a meeting without an account in Teams - Microsoft Support
Can I setup a "waiting room" for a Teams meeting?
Yes, you can setup a Lobby for a Teams meeting, which is a customizable based on your needs for you meeting.
For additional information on Lobby settings and management, please see: Using the Lobby in Teams - Microsoft Support
How do I manage breakout rooms in a Teams meeting?
Microsoft provides detailed instructions on how to create and manage breakout rooms. Breakout rooms can be managed before the meeting starts, or after the meeting starts.
For additional information, please see: Manage breakout rooms in Microsoft Teams - Microsoft Support
Is there a whiteboard in Teams?
Yes, Microsoft Teams has a whiteboard feature that can be used during meetings.
For additional information see: Use Whiteboard in a Teams meeting - Microsoft Support
This YouTube video below also demonstrates whiteboard use in Teams:
How do I customize my meeting settings?
The new Outlook limits the customization of Teams meetings, so it is recommended to do it in the Teams application. You can book meetings through the Teams client in the calendar tab, usually found on the left-hand side of the app. From there you’ll be able to configure your meeting settings.
Who can present in meetings?
By default, everyone in the Teams meeting can ask to present. This also includes external users who are in the meeting without a Microsoft account. For more information on how to present in Teams, please see: Present content in Microsoft Teams meetings - Microsoft Support
Does Microsoft Bookings create discrete meetings in Teams?
Yes, Teams meetings booked through Microsoft Bookings will not share meeting rooms between separate bookings. Each booking will have its own unique meeting ID and link for Teams. For more information on Microsoft Bookings, see: Microsoft Bookings | Microsoft Learn
Does Microsoft Teams automatically convert time zones for meeting or invite times?
Yes, when you send an invite for a Teams meeting with a client from another time zone, the date and time with automatically adjust so that it is correct for them.