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Skype

Skype is software that allows users to make calls over the Internet. Calls to other users of this service and to free-of-charge numbers are free, while calls to other landlines and mobile phones have a fee. Additional features include instant messaging, file transfers, and video conferencing.

What can it do?

  • Call anyone else on Skype for free or make international phone calls to mobiles and landlines at a rate
  • Make group calls up to 25 people
  • Video chat with friends on webcams or cellphones
  • Send virtually anyone a quick message, with voice, text, video, and photos
  • Give your contacts access to files, photos, videos, and more
  • Skype voice translator can currently translate conversations in 10 languages, and Skype text translator is available in more than 60 languages
Skype’s software interface

Uses in a Course

  • Conduct video conferences with colleagues for research.
  • Have foreign language students communicate with native speakers in other countries.

Access

  • Skype for Web is supported in many browsers
  • Skype Desktop and Mobile are available for free download on multiple platforms

Additional Help

  • Student Technology Assistants are available for help at the Digital Media Bar in Andrews Library in the CoRE.
  • Educational Technology provides both training and support for the use of Skype.
  • Getting Started with Skype FAQ