The document discusses several synchronous communication tools including Voki, Second Life, Wimba, Google, Skype, Adobe Connect, and Moodle. For each tool, it provides a brief overview of potential uses and limitations. For example, it notes that Voki could be used for vocabulary review but may not be suitable for older students, while Adobe Connect allows for more collaboration than Skype but has a higher price point. Overall, the document considers how different synchronous tools could be applied in an educational setting.

1. Synchronous communications
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2. Voki
 Can be useful for relaying instructions over the
internet.
 WebQuest
 Fun for students to play with
 Not especially useful for older students
 Could be used as an audio review for vocabulary
(i.e. “live flashcards”

3. Second Life
 Could be useful in nonfiction unit to have students
relate to something “real”
 Some characters seem to be inappropriate
(dress, actions, etc.); although this can be adjusted
with maturity ratings
 Does not appear that a student’s Second Life could
be managed well by a teacher

4. Wimba
 Love the idea of blended learning
 Flipping the Classroom
 Students without Internet at home would be unable
to view lessons
 Students could participate in the lessons at their own
pace inside the classroom
 Differentiation

5. Google
 I will be requiring Google Docs for my students in
the research unit
 Love that you can access your documents from
anywhere
 The use of multiple apps (Docs, Chat, E-mail, etc)
under one single provider is very convenient

6. Skype
 I offered Skype tutoring to my students
 Would be useful for homebound students or students
out with surgery
 Also useful for teachers that are out
 Outside software allows recording of Skype calls for
multiple uses
 Able to give students individualized help

7. Adobe Connect
 Downside: Price
 Better than Skype
 Easier recording
 More professional
 Easier for multiple individuals to see presentation
 Allows for more collaboration between presenter and
participators
 Multiple users on one account

8. Moodle
 Student/teacher friendly
 I do not like the e-mail/message function
 Cumbersome
 Can’t respond directly to a message through e-mail
 Easy to use interface
 Separated by weeks or content – makes it easy for students to
view their assignments
 Great differentiation
 Allows students to move at their own pace