Skype

Workshop:
The Next Generation of Communication:Skype

Workshop Description:
In this workshop, students will teach librarians how to communicate in many different ways through Skype.

Objectives:
It is our goal to teach the librarians how to chat through a free program called Skype. They will learn how to chat with their friends through the instant message feature of Skype. They will also learn how to hold a video conference with their friends using web cameras. Librarians will also learn how to make phone calls using the Skype phone or a headset with a microphone.

Time:
//Shirley will insert the time of this.//

Materials:

 * High speed Internet Access
 * Java enabled computers or laptops
 * Web Cameras
 * Headset with a microphone
 * Projector

Student Leaders:
Riley A. Ethan L.

Notes from Mrs. Davis:
//Mrs. Davis will provide context on this workshop item.//

Rough Draft of Presentation

 * Intro to Skype - What it is? - 3-5 min
 * Show how to install it with screen shots 3-5 min
 * Show how to set up video and mic 5-8 min
 * Show how to add contacts 3-5 min
 * Show how to IM/chat 5-8 min
 * Show how to video chat 3-5 min
 * Group chats 5-8 min
 * Group calls 5-8 min
 * Send files 3-5 min
 * Recording Skype Calls 5-8 min
 * Jordan and Virginia there skype experiences 10 min
 * Examples of How People Are Using it Around the World to Teach 5 min