Thing 3-Skype

I set up a Skype account and am trying to find someone to communicate with...
I saw the big long list of participants on here: The Edublogger: Quick Start Tips for New Skype Users.
     (I'm not in a classroom this summer but will try to connect soon.)

I do know that gmail has the video capabilities also. .....my library coordinator uses it all the time.

1. Keeping in touch by Library Web Chic I Karen says, "It's amazing how technology can bring people closer together so that they can communicate and collaborate." She tells about her adventures through the years .....communicating with others AND then encourages us to keep using the tools available. 
2. 10 Disruptions that could transform your class  , but read #4. (Live Streaming)

        Our middle school teachers use a lot of video for teaching (I'm at a private school for dyslexic, ADD, and ADHD students). Well last spring, I found "live streaming American History clips" through our Discovery United Streaming subscription.... I soon became the "informed hero"..

       3. 50 ways to use Skype in the classroom--  
Promoting Education--chat with an author, Field trips, listening to language from native speakers, Tutors, teachers, or librarians can be available at set times in the afternoons for student access. for Interviews.

Promoting Community  - contact students who can't come to school, Connect with families from around the world, Present a performance (play, science fair project), Share field trips with others

Skype Ideas for Teachers and Parents  -Professional development,  Conference with parents, Collaborate with other teachers

Resources for Getting Started and Using Skype -in classrooms, talk to anyone-anywhere.
Tips for using Skype in classroom-- YOU are responsible for misuse, school network is configured, use separate accounts for home & school, set privacy settings correctly (date on website-Feb, 2006) I guess the same Tips are the same.