Nine Ways to Use Skype in Your School

From Section:

Technology & Computers

Authors:

Behrman House Publishing

Published:

Oct. 09, 2010

2010

Behrman House gives some good ideas for using "Skype", a software application that allows users to make free video conference calls on the Internet to further learning, communications and administration in Jewish schools. Schools across the country are beginning to embrace this technology because of its simplicity and effectiveness.

Among their suggestions:

Conduct interactive tutorials
Conduct one-on-one practice and review sessions
Host a virtual classroom
Pair student-to-student practice partners
Bring virtual guests to your class
Connect to Israeli “Skype pals”
Connect two classes for Skype - based Hebrew Challenges
Hold professional development and virtual staff meetings
Host parent/teacher conferences online

Updated: Feb. 07, 2017

Keywords:

Administration | Hebrew language | Professional development | Technology

Link to Item: http://education.jed.macam.ac.il/article/909