Skype is a Web 2.0 tool that can be downloaded for free to computers with Windows, Mac, or Linux operating systems. This software application allows individuals to participate in video chats and internet calls around the world. They can connect through one or two way audio and video feeds or through instant messaging between Skype users. This program also works with many different mobile devices (such as cell phones and iPads), allowing individuals to use it whenever or wherever they want. Such technology can be used to connect individuals around the world through direct communication channels. Thus Skype creates an effective means of collaboration between students, enabling them to work together to complete class projects and assignments. In addition, as students video chat about collaborative projects, they can simultaneously send multiple files to group members. This feature allows students to collectively revise and modify rough drafts, resulting in a finished product. Using this Web 2.0 tool, the group of students can effectively complete an assignment without ever meeting face-to-face. Creating an Account: 1. Follow the link provided: http://www.skype.com/en/ 2. You will then see the following page:
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Skype is a Web 2.0 tool that can be downloaded for free to computers with Windows, Mac, or
Linux operating systems. This software application allows individuals to participate in video chats and
internet calls around the world. They can connect through one or two way audio and video feeds or
through instant messaging between Skype users. This program also works with many different
mobile devices (such as cell phones and iPads), allowing individuals to use it whenever or
wherever they want. Such technology can be used to connect individuals around the world through direct
communication channels. Thus Skype creates an effective means of collaboration between
students, enabling them to work together to complete class projects and assignments. In
addition, as students video chat about collaborative projects, they can simultaneously send
multiple files to group members. This feature allows students to collectively revise and modify
rough drafts, resulting in a finished product. Using this Web 2.0 tool, the group of students can
effectively complete an assignment without ever meeting face-to-face.
Creating an Account:
1. Follow the link provided: http://www.skype.com/en/
2. You will then see the following page:
3. Now click “join us” in the top right hand corner.
4. Next, click the “Create an account” tab that is highlighted in blue.
5. Fill out the required information in the boxes below.
6. Next, select “I agree-- Continue” to specify that you have read the terms and conditions.
7. You will then see the following page:
8. Finally, press Download Skype for Windows.
To make add to your contact list:
1. Go to your start key at the bottom left-hand corner of your screen and select “Skype.”
2. Then select “contacts.”
3. At the bottom, left of the screen click the following icon: 4. Then fill in the following information:
5. Next, click “Add” to send a contact request.6. Or you can find contacts through Facebook.7. Simply click: Search address book.
8. Then type in your Facebook username and password into the boxes below.
9. Then Skype will provide a list of your friends on Facebook who have Skype Accounts.10. Click the names of individuals that you would like to send a contact request.11. To do this, simply click “Add” beside each name.12. Your request has been sent.
To send an Instant Message: 1. Log onto Skype.2. Select a contact from the contact list.3. Then, begin typing your message in the text box provided at the bottom of the screen.
To make a video call:
1. Sign in to Skype.
2. Make sure your microphone is working properly, by clicking the following icon:
3. The check your microphone volume, speakers, and webcam quality as shown below.
4. Then select a contact from your contact list that you would like to call. 5. Next, scroll to the top of your screen to the “call” tab.6. Select “video call” from the drop-down menu.
7. Skype will then call the selected contact as shown below.
8. To end your video call, click the “end call” icon. 9. During your video call, you can:
Mute the microphone Turn the video on/off or switch between the front and rear cameras (if your phone
is equipped with a front camera)
Send and receive instant messages
https://education.skype.com/
To send files to a contact:
1. Simply drag and drop a file to a selected contact in your contact list (on the left hand side of screen).
2. Or you a chat with others and send each individual the same file. To do this, click “Conversation” tab at the top of the screen.