Where ever you are there are always opportunities to collaborate. Skype's a great tool for connecting classes local and globally. A simple way to expand the minds of students is to incorporate Skype interviews into your lesson plans. Do you plan on using using Skype in your classroom this school year?
Decide on relevant standards and benchmarks
Decide if multimedia is appropriate
Decide which learning outcomes are desired
Decide on appropriate assessment measures
DECIDE
Inventory available hardware and software
Determine the grouping strategy and roles
Specify length/duration of activity
Design a lesson/unit plan with a multimedia activity