1. Using Skype for Building Effective Group Collaboration By JoAnn Fifield

2. MODULE III Skype Collaboration Features – Using Skype File Sharing – Using Skype Screen Sharing – Using Skype Instant Messaging & Emoticons – Using Skype Extra Collaboration Tools

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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

6. 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” From the “Extra Manager” you can search Third Party 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

7. 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