Playing with Skype
Weller, T.W. (2010). Playing with skype. Learnigs and Leding with Technology, 37(6), Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=March_April_No_6_1&Template=/MembersOnly.cfm&NavMenuID=4516&ContentID=25508&DirectListComboInd
The author of this article used Skype to interact with three noted composers in live concerts using technology. He brought Scott Watson of Allentown, Pennsylvania, Brian Balmages, and Andrew Boysen Jr. assistant professor in the music department at the University of New Hampshire. They agreed o appear live at the concert via Skype. It was a rich experience which turned to be an interactive conversation that was meaningful to the students and the audience. Educators can use Skype to connect with experts in their area who share in the classrooms or in rehearsal hall. They can speak with students to get a better understanding which help educators and students.
What equipment is required to use Skype?
The equipment required is minimal a computer with a broadband internet connection, a data projector, a couple of microphones, a webcam, some adapters to pump the audio feed through the sound system and a projector screen.
How difficult is to use Skype?
Skype is easy to use as a telecom-munication platform. Go to http://www.skype.com/, sign in, install and you are ready to use it.
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