Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is a security process that requires users to provide multiple forms of verification before gaining access to an applications ( Email Services, blackboard etc). Unlike traditional single-factor authentication, which typically relies on a password alone, MFA adds additional layers of security.
The idea behind MFA is that even if one factor (like a password) is compromised, the additional factors provide extra protection against unauthorized access. This makes it much harder for attackers to gain access to your accounts.