Skype



= Welcome =
 * === How do you collaborate with Educators outside your school? ===
 * F2F as in workshops, meetings, conferences.
 * How about online? Social Networks like Ning, twitter, yahoo groups
 * === Skype as a 21st Century Communication tool ===
 * Instant communication VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol)
 * Free calls from computer to computer
 * video conference
 * text chat / group conversations
 * === Specifications ===
 * Web-based application: Does not need a browser to run.
 * It is cross platform; Windows, Mac, Linux.
 * Will need microphone (webcam)
 * I would recommend a USB headset for best audio.
 * Create an account: [|www.skype.com]
 * Video Conference
 * Conference Calling

= Applications - How can I use Skype as a learning tool? = = Let's Do a Demo: = = Resources: = [|Skype for Collaboration with Wesley Fryer] [] http://50statesproject.wikispaces.com/ [|How to make a video call with Skype - youtube]
 * === Other Educators on the net -Personal Professional Development ===
 * Live conversations going on at [|Edtechtalk]
 * === Connections to other classrooms around the world ===
 * http://aroundtheworldwith80schools.wikispaces.com/
 * === Expert Interviews ===
 * Scientists, authors, endless possibilities.
 * [|Interview with Cephalpodcast - Jason Robertshaw]
 * === Recording: Audio vs. Video ===
 * === Sharing out as a Podcast ===
 * Contact list.
 * Skype Chat
 * Conference Call

Example of [|Standard AUP] (Acceptable Use Policy) LAUSD