With Skype one can connect with people that matter most in their life. It is a also useful for work & school meetings. It's built for both one-on-one and group conversations and works wherever you are – via laptop, tablet, mobile or computer. Skype messaging and video calling will help you share experiences and get things done with others.

When Installing Skype: One should create an account. Use their email address or mobile phone number. Make a password for Microsoft account. Provide their first and last name. Verify their email address or phone number. A detailed step by step guide is attached in the file named How to Install Skype.

In the attached file one can find a step by step guide with pictures on How to Install Skype.

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

Set the camera in front of the computer / laprtop / tablet. Open your browser (Example: Firefox, Chrome) Type: https://www.skype.com/en/ in the address bar then 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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