PalTalk


 * __Paltalk__**
 * (1) Resources links and/or class examples:**
 * Paltalk
 * Paltalk in a Nutshell
 * Cnet on Paltalk
 * (2) SWOT ANALYSIS**
 * (a) Strengths:**
 * Free
 * Audio and video chat capabilities with people from around the world
 * Share documents and presentations by purchasing HearMe
 * Offers video chat widgets that you can add to your own sites
 * Users define amount of personal information given to others
 * Limited parental controls
 * Thousands of discussion groups on a variety of topics
 * Create your own discussion pages, invite or block others
 * Transfer files up to 10 MB's
 * Enhanced audio
 * (b) Weaknesses:**
 * Inability to screen the text, audio, and video of members outside parental controls
 * Frequently down for maintenance related issues
 * Downloading the free version gives Paltalk access to your computer.
 * Free version only allows web cam use for a few minutes
 * Frequent pop ups in free version
 * Not intended for educational use, so teachers may be unable to regulate content and communication shared
 * (d) Threats**
 * Cyberbullying
 * Potential abuse by internet predators
 * (c) Opportunities**
 * Convenient way to collaborate, no need to travel
 * View and discuss documents in real time
 * Provides video chat with multiple people
 * Use fonts, effects, and emoticons during a text chat
 * Online number allows you to make and receive calls without revealing your personal phone number
 * Social skills development; letter writing and internet communication etiquette
 * (3) Ideas for the classroom**
 * Form study groups to share ideas and understanding of content
 * Upload documents and peer edit them in a conference format
 * Collaborate with students from around the world to gain unique perspectives
 * Engage in staff development discussions with other educators
 * Invite guest experts to present to classes without having to actually visit the school