Adventures With Skype In the Classroom

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Skype has been one of my favorite tools to talk about because I think it has high impact. It also helps that it is completely free and super easy to sign up for. Not sure what Skype is? Check out an explanation here. I am really drawn to the potential of this tool. Below are resources for setting up Skype in the classroom and also some ideas for uses. Do you have a unique idea for how to use Skype in the classroom?


Education World provides a techtorial
eHow offers a basic step by step guide
Quick Start Tips For New Skype Users
Skype Tips by Chrissy Hellyer
4 Steps to Skyptastic Video Conference by Kim Cofino
Using Skype in the classroom (or just learning how to use it) by Vicki Davis
Skype Other Classrooms! List of educators around the world, looking for and willing to collaborate with other classrooms!

If you are still not convinced of the potential skype holds beyond a “video phone call” watch  Brian Crosby’s class on the following powerful video.