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Skype History

Skype is a video conferencing system which uses computers or mobile platforms to connect users via landline or computers all over the world to one another.  Skype initially was created in 2003 by Niklas Zennström and Janus Friis and is headquartered in Luxembourg.  In 2006 Skype was purchased by E-bay and in 2011 Skype was then purchased by Microsoft.  The acquisition of the company by Microsoft allowed a much greater exposure to the population and as of 2012 free access with other Skype users has made the system an invaluable communication platform connecting users all over the world.

            Skype has a variety of different usages which allow video and audio communication as well as methods to file share and transmit other data.  Skype programs are growing and its usages are diversifying as time progresses.  As of 2012 Skype allows users to Skype in, which permits users to use landlines to contact Skype users.  It has also developed voice conferencing and video conferencing, which allows users to collaborate and discuss information in user to user formats as well as group conferencing.  In addition to this Skype has developed mobile formats which can be used with mobile systems and Skype to go which can be accessed while in transit.

            Skype has developed into a useful tool in the classroom and in the field of education to provide access to ideas and people all over the world.  The growing applicability of Skype in the classroom has manifested itself in many forms.  Some applications in the classroom include the opportunity for students to have dialogue with other students all over the world who can bring local information and varying perspectives to student research and collaboration.  Skype also allows students to access professionals throughout the world who can provide guidance, insight, demonstrations and apply them to any subject or inquiry which students are focusing on.  In addition to supporting and guiding student exploration, skype can be an invaluable tool for allowing educators to access peers throughout the world, as well as allowing communication and research into alternative curriculums and methodology within their own schools and districts.  As well as these effective methods the use of Skype can allow classes and teachers to have access to events and research which is happening in real time all over the world.

            Skype can also be essential in allowing students who would not normally have access to the physical classroom to be a part of any educational setting.  Students with illnesses or who are located in distant locations can use Skype to view the classroom and even interact in discussions and activities in a physical classroom.  The platform also allows teachers to teach multiple classes at the same time while maintaining student interaction and active learning scenarios.  Skype is an essential platform for teachers to allow their students to explore and gain exposure to the world around them and a pivotal development in establishing a 21st century classroom.

Teaching Degree dot com has a myriad of specific usages of Skype which can enhance both student learning and the development of those using at a teaching tool.  These are:

 

50 Ways to Use Skype

  1. See Me, Hear Me: Skype in the Classroom. Read how these students had the opportunity to chat with an author of the book they studied via Skype.
  2. Videoconferencing in the Classroom with Skype. This teacher used the movie "Hoop Dreams" to help teach about social inequality, then was able to get the executive producer of the movie, Gordon Quinn, to participate in a Skype session with her class.
  3. The Many Roles of Skype in the Classroom. These amazing 7th graders used Skype as a part of their history project that resulted in their collaboration with the curator of the National Museum in Canada.
  4. Field trips. If students aren’t able to participate in a field trip due to factors such as budgetary or distance constraints, use Skype to bring the field trip into the classroom.
  5. Using Skype in the languages classroom. Find out how this teacher uses Skype to help her students study foreign languages from native speakers.
  6. Skyping in Mike Artell- Illustrator & Author. This inspirational lesson has an illustrator working directly with 6th graders to work on the art of illustrating and story creation.
  7. After school help. Use Skype as a tool to provide after school help to students needing extra attention. Tutors, teachers, or librarians can be available at set times in the afternoons for student access.
  8. "Not education as usual," with Skype and author Cory Doctorow. This class was practicing how to convince the school board to allow a controversial book to be taught in their school and had the opportunity to Skype with the author of the book to help promote their case.
  9. Interviews. Whether you have students conducting interviews or your class is interviewed, Skype facilitates the interview process. Individual students can interview other teachers or school staff, sending the Skype feed to the classroom for all to watch.
  10. Guest lecturers. Have guest lecturers come to your classroom via Skype.

Promoting Community

Using Skype in the classroom can promote communities within a school or globally.

  1. Inclusion — helping a classmate join the classroom from home. This blog post explains how a 4th grade class used Skype to help a classmate with leukemia become a part of the classroom from her home.
  2. Connect special needs students. Students who may have to be out of the classroom due to special needs or IEP requirements don’t have to miss any special events in the classroom with Skype.
  3. Blue tongue lizard, vegemite and cricket. What the…????. This Australian teacher describes her class’ experience connecting with a Korean class via Skype.
  4. Foreign culture lessons. Skype allows students to see first hand what people’s homes, schools, clothing, weather, and more looks like. If a festival takes place, Skype can bring it to your classroom too.
  5. Connect with families from around the world. Form friendships that can easily bridge distance gaps with Skype.
  6. Skype Calls for e-Twinning in L2. Find out how this teacher brought two classes together that had been Twittering all semester when they finally got to meet "face-to-face" with Skype.
  7. Best Day Ever!. This teacher describes three Skype calls her class had in one day–the most exciting being with a class in a different time zone with whom her students had been collaborating on a project through Google docs. With Skype, the students got to work at the same time and actually see each other, too.
  8. Present a performance. Whether your class puts on a play, demonstrates a science experiment, or presents the results of a class project, share the fruits of their works with other classes, parents, or other interested people.
  9. Share field trips with others. If your class goes out for a field trip, see about connecting with parents or other classes to share your classes’ experience.
  10. ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ inspiration uses Skype to help kids in India learn. Find out how Skype is connecting grannies in the UK with children in India for both a cultural connection and an educational benefit.

Skype Ideas for Teachers and Parents

Teachers and parents can benefit from Skype in the classroom, too.

  1. Professional development. Teachers can use Skype to access professional development opportunities, such as watching conference presentations.
  2. Share students’ work with parents. Let parents get a first-hand look at what their children are doing with Skype.
  3. Conference with parents. Whether a parent has to miss a regular conference or a concern comes up that requires speaking with a parent, Skype can provide an opportunity to connect with a parent that may not otherwise be available for a conference.
  4. Innovative teacher uses Skype and Wikis to involve parents. See how this teacher helped share information with parents using Skype and the PBS program, Growing Up Online.
  5. Collaborate with other teachers. Who says Skype has to be fun just for the kids? With Skype, teachers can collaborate on ideas, projects, and more.
  6. Share travel experiences. If you will be traveling during the school year, arrange for your substitute to connect with you via Skype and you can share the experience with your class.
  7. Receive teaching feedback. Have an experienced or mentor teacher watch you teach via Skype and receive valuable feedback.
  8. Be available to students. If your school is suddenly closed for a while or if you want to set up conference hours for students, use Skype to allow students to contact you.
  9. Tutor former students. If a student has moved away or you want to offer accredited online degrees or just moved up from your class, you can be available for tutoring (for free or for a fee) via Skype.
  10. Bring busy parents into the classroom. A busy parent who has knowledge to share with the classroom may be more likely to be able to make the time for a presentation if she or he can do so with Skype rather than having to leave work and come to the school.

Resources for Getting Started and Using Skype

Find out how you can take advantage of Skype with the advice below.

  1. Using Skype in the Classroom (or just learning how to use it!). This teacher provides the basics to get Skype set up with your class.
  2. Skype in the Classroom. This article offers help on ways to set up Skype, tips for finding other teachers on Skype, technical obstacles, and more.
  3. Skype Tutorials for Teachers, Authors, Librarians. Find a handful of video and text tutorials here to get you going with Skype.
  4. Classroom Collaboration with Skype. This primer offers help with using Skype, connecting with others, and ideas for using it in the classroom.
  5. eduwikius – SKYPE. This wiki contains plenty of information about using Skype in the classroom and also provides links to additional resources.
  6. A Skype from the classroom. Find information on videoconferencing in general, the pros and cons of using Skype, school project ideas, and more here.
  7. Using skype in the classroom. Learn from this teacher’s experience as she describes using Skype and how to best prepare your class and yourself for a great educational opportunity.
  8. Skype is a Valuable Educational Tool. This podcast explains why teachers should use Skype and puts some nasty rumors about Skype to rest.
  9. Using Skype in schools – some tips. Read these helpful tips, including suggestions on using Skype usernames at school and home.
  10. Skype: Talk to Anyone, Anywhere for Free. Watch this "techtorial" or print the text version to learn the basics of Skype.

Finding Others Using Skype

Here are a few ways to connect with others using Skype in classrooms and to promote education.

  1. ePALS. Sign up for a free account here, then find other teachers and classes around the globe using Skype.
  2. Skype an Author Into Your Library or Classroom. This site will connect schools with authors through Skype. Short sessions are free, while longer sessions are subject to a fee set by each author.
  3. Skype in Schools. List yourself or find others in this directory just for educators seeking Skype collaboration.
  4. Skype in the Classroom – The EduSkypers Phonebook. Scroll through these comments to find other teachers from around the world looking to connect through Skype. The most recent are at the very end of the list.
  5. Global SchoolNet. This organization works to connect teachers and students around the world through forensic science programs. Browse to find something of interest or start your own project.
  6. TakingITGlobal. Another project-based organization, this one focuses on youth looking to make positive global changes.
  7. Around the World with 80 Schools. This teacher is hoping to connect schools around the world through short Skype sessions.
  8. Skype in the Classroom. Join this community to find other teachers seeking Skype connections.
  9. Going Global – School Skype Author Visits. Linda Lowery and Richard Keep, children’s book authors and illustrators, are available for Skype interviews for a fee.
  10. Mixxer. This group helps connect language learners seeking partners to practice their language skills via Skype.

Source for 50 ideas:  http://www.teachingdegree.org/2009/06/30/50-awesome-ways-to-use-skype-in-the-classroom/

 

 

 

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Podcasting with Skype:  http://www.ehow.com/how_2034834_podcast-with-skype.html

 

 

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