Description
Skype is a software application that allows users to make telephone calls, send instant messages, transfer files, and video conference over the internet. Calls to other Skype users are free of charge while calls to landlines and mobile phones can be made for a fee.
Reasons for Use
Tutorials & Helpful Resources
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWq7n4w3cq4
http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com/2006/10/using-skype-in-classroom-or-just.html
http://edtechteacher.org/skypetutorial.html
http://voip.about.com/od/voipsoftware/a/whatisskype.htm
http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/article/CA6515247.html
Samples
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPXWQ84qzx4
http://www.teachertube.com/v.php?viewkey=bc960137cadf0b70cbbc
Where To Find the Program