Skype is a free video and audio communications platform that allows you to communicate with students one on one or in groups. Available on desktop and mobile devices, Skype offers chat, audio and video communication, file sharing, and screen sharing.
Signing Up for Skype
You can sign up for a free Skype profile, and download Skype's free application on Skype’s website.
What You Need to Integrate with FMC
First, you’ll need to create the Meeting in Skype and save the unique URL that links to your Skype Meeting.
Follow these steps to create a Meeting in Skype and access the Meeting URL:
Go to skype.com
Scroll down to the section titled “Meet Now on Skype!”
Click “Create your meeting”
On the next page, click “Create a free meeting”
Click “Start Meeting,” or save the link for future use as a meeting space.
The link to your Skype meeting is permanent and has no expiration date, making it perfect for use as a personal meeting room.