Skype




 * Skype in the Classroom **

Skype is a free online software tool that one can use to connect to another Skype user (free) or to their phone number (fee) through chat and videoconferencing.
 * What is Skype? **

● Free connection to other Skype accounts ● Skype apps on smartphones (provided they have wifi/data plan) ● Connect to anyone ● Skips the expense, the travel, and the time out of the classroom ● Distance learning ● Can be used across curricula and all grades
 * Some benefits of using Skype **
 * Other classrooms (in another school, city or country)
 * Between students at home (collaboration)
 * To professionals/experts
 * With parents
 * Teach from home

// A Few Examples // ● Science: Lab demonstrations, connect to a researcher/scientist to talk about current studies and findings ● Social Sciences: Talk to other people around the world about cultures and languages

● Need hardware (computer, microphone) and setup ● Requires good internet connection and availability ● Time zones ● Must have a defined objective
 * Some Disadvantages **

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