As most people know, Skype is a free software program that’s used for video conferencing and it can be incredibly useful in the classroom. On this page, we’ll take a look at some of the various ways that Skype can be used, and how to implement them.
Getting Started
Getting started is very simple. You just need to download Skype from the official website (make sure you’re not downloading it from a sketcky, third-party site, and then install the software on your computer. After you do this, you’ll need to create a Skype account, and then add contacts or friends.
Exploring the Possibilities with Skype
Listed below are some of the different things that teachers and students can do with Skype.
Connect with other classes
From reading to another class or connecting with students, there are a variety of different things that can be done to interact with other students. And because Skype is an Internet-based program, students can connect with other students all over the world.
Connect with authors
There’s an organization called the Skype Author Network that helps students connect to authors, which can really offer a unique perspective on a piece of literature.
Bring experts to your classroom
If you live in a remote location, it can be difficult to bring experts into your classroom. However, with Skype this isn’t the case as you can use the video conferencing feature talk to an expert as if there were right there.
Collaborate with other professionals
Whether it’s collaborating with other educators or teaching professionals, Skype can be a great way to get opinions from other experts in the field and share techniques, information, and a variety of other things.
