There are few number of options available that allow people to video call friends and family via their computers. One of the best known and most reliable is Skype. Here one can find a guide how to download the Skype app.

Downloading Skype app. (App is short for application) Through these guides one can easily download other apps, since most of the downloads are the same for every app. 

https://www.skype.com/en/  

Hybrid
Young adults (16-30 years)
Adults (31-59 years)
Seniors (60+ years)

Set the Camera in front of the Computer /Laptop/ Tablet so service users can see the explanation. Switch on the Computer / Laptop / Tablet. Make sure internet connection is on. Open Browser (Example; FireFox, Chrome) Type: https://www.skype.com/en/ in the address bar. Hit Enter on your keyboard. Click "Download Skype" button. Click "Get Skype for Windows". Click "Save File". In the upper-right corner of your browser click the "Downward Arrow" then click the Folder icon to see the downloaded file. Double click "Skype Setup.exe" installer. Click "Yes" if the pop-up message appeared. If not, just proceed to the next step. Click "I agree-next" button. Wait for the Installation to finish. It will take time depending on your internet connection speed. After Installation, page will appear where you can either sign in (if you've registered already) or create your account. You can skip the registration if you already have Microsoft Accounts (Messenger, Hotmail & Outlook.com) or Facebook Account. To create an account, click " Create an account" button. Click "Use your email instead" link. Input your valid email address and your desired password then click "Next" button. Input your First Name and Last Name then click "Next" button. Skype will send code to your email account. Check your email to view the security code. Input the code then click "Next" button. Click "Continue" button. Click "Continue" button again. Click "Add Later" button Click "Start using Skype" button. You are now done Installing Skype and ready to use it.

Age group(s)

Educators

Reading Skills Writing Skills Computer Basic Skills

Learners

Communication Skills Computer Skills

Skills & Competences

Learning Outcomes

Description (Methodology)

Useful Tips, Resources & Links

1 Camera, Laptop / Computer / Tablet/ Mobile & Internet

Tools Needed

Hybrid
2.5

Number of participants

Accessible for hearing impaired persons
Accessible for mobility impaired persons
Accessible for speech impaired persons

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