Skype: Getting Started with Skype

Through this quest you will learn how to use Skype as a tool for personal use or in the classroom to connect through video calls.

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Skype is a free tool to use to connect with others around the world through live video calls. Through this quest you will learn how to get started with Skype.

Explore Skype.com

Visit the Skype website and take a look around. If you will be using Skype on your smart phone or tablet, search for the Skype app and download it on your device. If your goal is to use Skype in the classroom, you will need to download Skype onto your school computer that connects to the Smartboard or screen. Of course, you may also want to go ahead and put the Skype app on your tablet as well. (This makes a great backup plan for times when your desktop isn't working right.)

Watch

Watch one of the getting started videos below.

Download

Using the tutorials above, download Skype onto your computer or device. If you need help downloading this onto your school computer, ask your school technician or media coordinator for help. If using a computer, you will need to be sure you have a webcam connected to your computer. If you are using a tablet, phone or chromebook the camera is already built into the device.