NEWS from Skype in the Classroom https://education.skype.com/news NEWS from Skype in the Classroom
Keep up to date with all our latest news and discover some of the innovative ways teachers are using Skype in the classroom.
Skype and Google Hangouts in the Classroom http://bit.ly/10yZaIc TeacherCast Podcast 58 'Skype and Google Hangouts in the Classroom'
@wkrakower @plnaugle @ncarroll24 @powell4thgrade
Mystery Skype http://bit.ly/17d7cwn Mystery Skype :Connecting Our Classrooms One Skype at a Time
The Mystery Skype project is when each class tries to determine where the other class is located. The benefits of this activity are endless, global connections, geography, integrating tech, communicating effectively, the list is endless!
Mystery Skype in the Library #sls13 http://admin20.org/page/summit-recordings Mystery Skype in the Library
An archived presentation in the 2013 School Leadership Summit #webinar #sls13
This free conference was held online, 28 March 2013, and was a unique chance to participate in a collaborative global conversation on school leadership with presentations by your peers.
Webinar using the Blackboard Collaborate platform.
The Mixxer http://www.language-exchanges.org/ The Mixxer - a free educational website for language exchanges via Skype
The Mixxer is designed to connect language learners around the world so that everyone is both student and teacher.
Explore Skype lessons https://education.skype.com/projects/ Explore Skype lessons
Find the perfect educational experience for your classroom by browsing the most recent Skype lessons or discovering what our partners have to offer.
4 tips to help you rock your next Skype interview http://usat.ly/U7xqHR 4 tips to help you rock your next Skype interview
For students applying for places at college and for teachers applying for new jobs ... especially overseas
Inspirational Skype lessons for you to take part in https://education.skype.com/ Inspirational Skype lessons for you to take part in
A free and easy way for teachers to open up their classroom. Meet new people, talk to experts, share ideas and create amazing learning experiences with teachers from around the world. Culture Geography History Languages Math Science Technology We're inviting teachers to apply for free group video calling to help you get the most out of Skype in the classroom. OVER 2700 SKYPE LESSONS
Skype in the classroom [Microsoft Tools Tutorials] http://www.pil-network.com/Resources/Tools/ Skype in the classroom [Microsoft Tools Tutorials]
Talk to experts, share ideas and create amazing learning experiences with teachers and students from around the world.
Messenger Plus! (for Skype) ,,, recording on Windows http://media.msgplus.net/land/view.html?winkid=b003 Messenger Plus! (for Skype) is a free add-on that enhances the Skype software with cool features such as video and audio call recording, animations, and a whole lot more
And its All Free!
Hello Little World Skypers (HLW) Group http://murcha.wordpress.com/2012/04/26/hello-little-world-skypers-group/ Hello Little World Skypers (HLW) Group.
This group was started in Skype in Education by Katherine Zablatnik from the alps of Austria. Her passion for videoconferencing with others around the world has been joined with many like minded educators. This group has members from many countries – some highly skilled in technology and some not. All have a strong desire to bring the world into their classroom. hlwskypers.pbworks.com
Skype Jobs http://vimeo.com/16180041 Follow along a 5th grade newscast as they explain their different jobs during Skype calls as they are connecting to the world.
OpenEduTalk http://openedutalk.com/ OpenEduTalk ... personalities willing to talk over Skype.
An international program of scheduled “Skype” tours with bestselling authors &
celebrities, athletes, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs designed specifically for
high schools, middle schools, elementary schools and college students. Schools
are located throughout the United States, Canada, Berlin and Saudi Arabia.*
So You Want to Do Mystery Skype? http://www.pernilleripp.com/2011/10/so-you-want-to-do-mystery-skype.html Mystery Skype is one of those ideas I wish I had thought because it just so fun but instead I was lucky enough to hear about it from Caren MacConnell.
The concept is simple: classrooms Skype call each other and try to guess where the other classroom is located either in the United States or in the world.
There are many great resources out there but for my own sanity I am creating one list for future reference:
Skype in the Classroom http://vimeo.com/44867804 This short animation shows how teachers can use Skype in the classroom - A new way to meet new people, introduce experts, and connect with different cultures from around the world. Skype is a free and easy way to transform learning experiences.
Find out more education.skype.com
Portable Skype http://www.shambles.net/pages/learning/ict/portable/ If you are using a computer that does not have Skyp installed and does not allow you to install new software then help is at hand ... in the form of Portable Skype.
Portable Skype will run off a thumb drive without having to install anything on the machine.
Visit the area on Shambles all about Portable Apps [nothing to do with iPads or iPhones] to find the link.
'What Do You Love' : Search Result for 'Skype' http://www.wdyl.com/#Skype 'What Do You Love' : Search Result for 'Skype' Interesting webpage auto generated
I have a feeling this type of collection could be very useful in teaching and learning ... but I'm not quite sure yet in what way.
Record Skype Calls, Conversations To MP3 http://www.ghacks.net/2011/08/27/record-skype-calls-conversations-to-mp3/ Record Skype Calls, Conversations To MP3
MP3 Skype Recorder is another program for the Windows operating system that can record Skype conversations effortlessly. Skype needs to be running before the MP3 Skype Recorder software is started. A prompt is displayed on first start where Skype asks to allow or deny the software access to Skype.
MP3 Skype Recorder is an easy to use recording software for Skype. Interested users can download it from the developer website. The program is compatible with 32-bit and 64-bit editions of the Windows operating system from Windows 2000 all the way to the latest version. In addition, the Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 is required.
Seeds to Success Using Skype (Webinar archived) http://bit.ly/ghwjDn Seeds to Success Using Skype-Paula Naugle and Jan Wells
Classroom 2.0 (Webinar archived)
Follow SkypeClassroom on Twitter http://twitter.com/#!/SkypeClassroom Follow SkypeClassroom on Twitter
Skype directory to help teachers enrich their lessons using Skype.
Follow our stream for updates.
Skype in the classroom http://blogs.skype.com/ Skype in the classroom
A free directory that connects teachers and helps them use Skype to enrich students' educational experience.
Once you sign up with your Skype account and create a profile, you'll be able to search for other teachers and classes by subject and region. You can also share inspiration and tips to help kids learn with Skype.
Vodburner http://www.vodburner.com/ Record Skype Video Calls and Edit for Free with Vodburner
VodBurner is free to install.
Recording Skype-to-Skype chats with other VodBurner users is completely free of charge.
There are no time limits or other limitations.
Recording calls with non-VodBurner users is also free, but recordings have a VodBurner watermark added to them.
Basic video editing (add/remove transitions, skip segments, add basic captions) is completely free of charge.
Pamela for Skype .. for recording Skype Interviews http://www.pamela.biz/934.html Pamela for Skype .. for recording Skype Interviews Shamblesguru preferred App for recording Skype .. there is a free option but I upgraded so can record for longer than 15 mins(+stereo + wav)
Pamela for Skype is the ultimate tool for managing all your Skype calls.
Skype Call Recording | Skype Video Recording | Skype Chat Recording | Skype Call Transfer | Rich Mood Editor | Answering Machine | VideoMail | Mega Emotion Sounds | Auto Chat Reply | Birthday Reminders | Email Forwarding | Contact Personalization | Auto Start Applications | Skype Publishing |
Using Skype in the Classroom http://bit.ly/9vlDw2 My absolute favorite new media tool is Skype. Although I don’t have a budget to pay travel costs for bringing speakers into my classroom, I have had great success using Skype to hold live chats and Q&A sessions with media professionals.
15 Apps for Recording Skype Conversations http://www.voip-sol.com/15-apps-for-recording-skype-conversations/ 15 Apps for Recording Skype Conversations
I’ve collated the best apps for recording Skype in this list. While some of the applications are free, most of them require you to shell out a few bucks. The list is split into separate sections for Windows and Mac.
MP3 Skype Recorder http://voipcallrecording.com/MP3_Skype_Recorder How to Automatically Record Skype Calls with MP3 Skype Recorder
Skype is a great way of calling people from all over the world. However, it lacks the call-record feature. One way to utilize this feature is to use the MP3 Skype Recorder program.
This software can automatically record all your incoming and outgoing Skype calls. The output audio’s format is MP3, so it’s easy for you to listen and share the recorded call. You can use it as a podcast or as an instructional audio.
PowerGramo : Recording Skype http://videoconferencing.wikispaces.com/Recording+Skype PowerGramo : Recording Skype
This promises to do all that I want, and easily and free.
It integrates into Skype by adding a menu function allowing recording to be initiated automatically or on request.
It records both parties on different tracks so it's great for podcasters who are trying to get just one side of an interview
Now PowerGramo supports Ogg Vorbis and wav. By default, PowerGramo uses Ogg encoding format, which we think is very efficient and produces high quality audio.
Skype in the Classroom : VoIP http://www.wtvi.com/teks/05_06_articles/skype-in-the-classroom.html Skype in the Classroom : VoIP
VoIP and Skype are exciting technologies, but the Internet can be a scary and dangerous place. How can a classroom teacher find other educators who want to use Skype and communicate across the state or the globe, and insure those communications will be safe and appropriate?
What is Skype | Getting Started with Skype | Locating Safe Classrooms for Collaboration | Technical Issues with Skype |
Skype on School Networks http://www.techlearning.com/article/7534 Skype on School Networks
Should a school network be able to handle a class with 15 Skype connections or is Skype too bandwidth intensive?
How does Skype compare to a YouTube download or an iTunes podcast stream?
Setting up Skype and using it in the classroom. http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-8492817690922123697&q=classroom Setting up Skype and using it in the classroom ... screencast
The cool cat teacher demonstrates how she sets up and uses skype in her classroom. This is a good video for beginners and for teachers using it in the classroom. It is about 11 minutes.
Skype for Collaboration in Teaching and Learning http://tinyurl.com/aoc3zp Skype for Collaboration in Teaching and Learning (1 hour webinar on Elluminate)
The recorded archive of a webinar from Classroom 2.0 on the use of Skype in the classroom. (Feb 09)
Skype Video Tutorial http://edtechteacher.org/skypetutorial.html Skype Video Tutorial
Classroom uses for Skype. Skype has tremendous potential for classroom use. Teachers can quickly and easily invite guests from all over the world to speak to their students
Skype Recording Software http://bit.ly/ahFdaW Skype Recording Software
There are many situations where you might want record a Skype call, but Skype doesn't have any included call recording software.
To record calls you will need to download a plug-in for Skype. There are many available, but their prices and features vary.
Recording Skype using MP3 Skype Recorder http://voipcallrecording.com/ Recording Skype using MP3 Skype Recorder v.1.9.0
MP3 Skype Recorder is a free program which automatically records all your Skype conversations (including conferences).
It stores your conversations locally in files using compact and very popular MP3 format.
The tool can record P2P Skype calls and SkypeOut calls as well as calls to Skype Online number. The program sits in the system tray and monitors skype calls.It starts recording automatically when you begin conversation.
It can record several calls simultaneously (one active with others on hold). When doing so the recorder stores every call in separate file for later use. Simple and intuitive interface requires almost no tuning.
All you have to do is install the program and provide it with access to the Skype client.
7 things you should know about Skype http://tinyurl.com/28z2an 7 things you should know about Skype
The "7 Things You Should Know About..." series from the EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative (ELI) provides concise information on emerging learning technologies.
Each brief focuses on a single technology and describes what it is, where it is going, and why it matters to teaching and learning. Use these briefs for a no-jargon, quick overview of a topic and share them with time-pressed colleagues.
Skype as a teaching tool (Podcast) http://www.theworld.org/?q=node/14273 Skype as a teaching tool
The software program, Skype, has become one of the most popular "voice over Internet" programs. For SOME users, though, it's more than just a way to make a free phone call.
They're using Skype to teach...and learn...foreign languages. Correspondent Cyrus Farivar has the story.
Skype in the Classroom http://skypeintheclassroom.wordpress.com/ Skype in the Classroom
The EduSkypers Phonebook
Let’s build a place on the internet where educators can find other educators for the purpose of teleconferencing our classes using SKYPE.
Call Recorder .. record your Mac Skype calls http://www.ecamm.com/mac/callrecorder/ Call Recorder ... record your Mac Skype calls
Finally, an easy way to record Skype calls and podcast interviews. Call Recorder is an add-on for Skype which automatically transforms your audio or video calls into QuickTime movies.
Let your imagination run wild. Recorded calls sound even better than regular phone calls and are great for interviews and remote reporting. Calls are recorded with each side of the conversation isolated on a separate sound track for easy editing
Using Skype at School http://bit.ly/7GV5BP Using Skype at School
Schools have outgrown inkwells, slates, and typewriters. E-mail, instant messaging, and the Internet have opened the classroom to the world. Skype empowers students and teachers even further by adding features for collaboration, live video, and instant file sharing.