Thursday, July 8, 2010

Social Networking Tool: Skype

Ways the tool can be used in education/business.

1. Before/After reading a class novel, chat with the author via Skype.
2. Use Skype to talk with someone who specializes in a certain topic being studied.
3. Bring field trips to the classroom using Skype.
4. Incorporate or teach foreign languages using Skype.
5. Skype can be used as a tutor for students who may need extra help
6. Conduct interviews with teachers and/or students.
7. Have a guest lecturer.
8. Foreign culture lessons by viewing a festival, clothes, homes, schools, etc.
9. Form friendships around the world.
10. Class plays and projects can be shared with family, other classes, or other interesting people.
11. Connecting field trips with parents or other classrooms.
12. Teachers can use Skype for professional developments.
13. Distance learning by ‘bringing’ in specialized instructors to teach a lesson or experiment.

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