Mary Marotta
. Instructional Technology Specialist, Nashoba Regional School District
Nicole Tomaselli
. Technology Integration Specialis, Nashua Public Schools

Are you using Skype? You should consider the usefulness of this synchronous collaboration tool. Skype is similar to instant messaging, but uses audio in addition to text and then add a plethora of other useful features that make collaboration among school administrators, professional teams, or even international colleagues easy and instantaneous. The session is designed for administrators, teachers, integrators, coordinators and other leaders in the area of professional development and technology. Participants leave this session with knowledge of several different Skype connections (computer-computer, computer-phone, and skypecasts) and a variety of ideas and models for successful integration of Skype into the educational community. Using Skype in conjunction with a webcam, podcasting and portals is also highlighted.