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SmartBoard Whiteboards

SmartBoard Whiteboards. Chalkboards for the 21 st Century. What is a SmartBoard?. A SmartBoard is an interactive whiteboard. There are a variety of models and sizes. They can be very useful in a classroom. SmartBoard v. Whiteboard. write and erase text save all writing to computer

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SmartBoard Whiteboards

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  1. SmartBoard Whiteboards Chalkboards for the 21st Century

  2. What is a SmartBoard? • A SmartBoard is an interactive whiteboard. • There are a variety of models and sizes. • They can be very useful in a classroom.

  3. SmartBoard v. Whiteboard • write and erase text • save all writing to computer • access computer programs • depending on model, can write with included pen or with finger • project and manipulate images and videos • write and erase text • easy to use

  4. Learning Can Be Fun! • A SmartBoards offers new methods in learning that can make the classroom environment more interesting. • You can play educational games that offer an interactive aspect because of the Smartboard technology. • Here are some examples: http://eduscapes.com/sessions/smartboard/

  5. Need a Demonstration? • Video of students and teachers using an interactive whiteboard http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0U05WeXPGlk • Other videos are easily found on http://www.youtube.com

  6. Drawbacks? • Expensive! • Cost ranges from $1,200 to $3,000. • This does not include accessory costs. • Require training to use. • Problems with hardware and/or software during class? • distracting • waste time

  7. Smartboard benefits Smart boards: • Inspire students in active learning • Enables students to become more engaged and interested in the graphic presentations presented on smart boards. • Simplify the presentation of subjects for teachers. • Are easy to use.

  8. Resources • SmartBoard whiteboards website http://www2.smarttech.com/st/en-US/Products/SMART+Boards/Front+projection/ • SMARTer Kids Foundationhttp://www.smarterkids.org/index.asp • Grants for purchase • Research on whiteboard use and effectiveness

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