Using Skype for Building Effective Group Collaboration MODULE III

MODULE III Learning Objectives Skype Collaboration Features Using Skype File Sharing Using Skype Screen Sharing Using Skype Instant Messaging & Emoticons Using Skype Extra Collaboration Tools

Using Skype File Sharing Select the contact you would like to share a file with. Using the message tool bar select “Send File” Locate the file and select “Open” File will be sent to contact.

Using Skype Screen Sharing Skype screen sharing feature is currently only available for users running Skype 4.1for window & 2.8 for Mac Using the message tool bar under the share drop down menu select “Share Your Screen” Next select “full screen” to show all desk top or “Share Selection” to select a specific screen area Alternative screen sharing options for users running a later version of Skype will be covered later in this module.

Using Instant Messaging & Emoticons Select the contact you would like to send a message to. Using the message box at the bottom of the Skype window type your text message. Select the “Send” button Skype will keep a running log of messages you send to the contact. You can also select an emoticon to send to your contact and enhance your communication

Use Skype Extra Collaboration Tools Skype also provides Third party applications which offer additional collaboration tools. Using the main menu bar under the “Tools” drop down select “Extras” and then “Organize Your Extras” depending on how they are used

Use Skype Extra Collaboration Tools From the “Extra Manager” you can search Third Party sharing applications supported by Skype which offer you additional collaboration options such as: Inner Pass: Offers file sharing for users running Skype version greater than Skype 4.1 for window & 2.8 for Mac. Pamela Call Recorder & VodBuner: Allows users to record calls for later reference White Board Meeting: Provides users a white board function for collaboration These Third Party applications are offered to Skype users for free or a discounted prices depending on how they are used

MODULE REVIEW 1. The “Send File” Skype function on the message tool bar allows users to complete which of the following actions? A) Add new contacts B) File Sharing C) Change user online status D) Update user profile 2. Which of the following features is not a collaborative function found in Skype? A) File sharing B) Instant messaging C) Screen sharing D) Notifications 3. Which of the following actions can not be completed using the Skype message box? A) Send an instant message B) Insert an emoticon to a message C) Place a call D) Send a file 4. “Extra” applications for Skype can be located under which drop down menu on the main Skype tool bar? A) Skype B) Contacts C) View D) Tools

You have completed MODULE III and should now be able to: CONGRATULATIONS You have completed MODULE III and should now be able to: Use Skype file sharing Use Skype screen sharing Use Skype instant messaging & emoticons Use Skype extra collaboration tools To help improve the material presented in this module, please take the time to complete the post module survey