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Using Skype in the Classroom Desktop Voice and Videoconferencing Software in Education Discover how to communicate and collaborate with friends, colleagues, resource experts, and other classrooms using Skype. Skype is a program that allows users to communication with voice, videoconferencing, or chat for free between computers. Create a Skype account, add contacts, and conduct free audio and video conferences between computers. Explore creative ways to use this tool to enhance teaching and learning.

Skype is a free and easy way for teachers to open up their classroom and their students to a world way beyond their campus. With Skype, students can learn from other students, connect with other cultures, and expand their knowledge in amazing ways. Teachers and parents can also benefit from Skype in the classroom. Read below to learn how you can take advantage of the power of Skype in your classroom.

If you havent seen this A/V feature on how to use Skype of recording interviews, then go through it right now. Its a must.

4 Steps to a Skype-tastic Video Conference 7 05 2007 We had our second video conference with our partner class in New Zealand last Thursday - and this time I remembered to take pictures! There were a few things we learned last time around that helped make this conference a little smoother:

Promoting Education These great ideas are all about teaching students in dynamic ways.