Skype; TeachStreet; Earth Day
Posted by Jacque on April 21st, 2008
Skype launches new unlimited plan
Internet telephony service Skype has announced a $9.95 per month plan that allows callers from the U.S to dial landlines in 34 countries including most of Europe, Canada, and Asian countries.
The only caveat, Web Worker Daily points out is that the calls must be to landlines. Mobile phone calling under this plan is available to Canada, China, and Hong Kong.
Additionally, unlimited domestic calls to the U.S. are included in this new $9.95/month plan.
TeachStreet opens in Seattle
New TeachStreet advertises itself as a place for students to find great local teachers (Seattle area only to start with). With more than 25,000 classes and teachers, TeachStreet offers many learning opportunities. The focus is on face-to-face rather than online teaching.
Teachers can use the service to build an online reputation by creating a TeachStreet profile, complete with students’ reviews. TeachStreet tools help teachers manage their business.
“TeachStreet is free and easy. We’re so excited to build a community of local learners that we’ve made all our services 100 percent free for students and teachers.” [via TechCrunch]
Ten tools to help you enjoy Earth Day
April 22nd is Earth Day and Mashable has 10 tools to help you figure out how to spend it this year.
“Whether you plan to educate your friends and families about environmental issues (everyone loves that), or going out and volunteering, make sure you do something “green” this year.”
Included is a U.S. government website, a Canadian one, and a special one for kids.