Getting to Grips with Interactive Whiteboards, 3rd October 2008
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Facilitators details
- Alison Nock A.Nock@wlv.ac.uk Tel: 01902 518984
- Theresa Welch theresa.welch@wlv.ac.uk Tel: 01902 518976
- Jane Edwards P.Jane.Edwards@wlv.ac.uk Tel: 01902 518983
Additional links and resources
Please find below a number of websites that support the use of Interactive Whiteboards. We will continue to update this list regularly, so the very latest resources will always appear at the top. Please let us know if you have any additions!
A list of practical tips on how to use your interactive whiteboard effectively in the classroom.
Ideas for using an interactive whiteboard for demonstrating and getting learners to annotate existing resources. This site shows opportunities for drag-and-drop activities, annotation, collaborative writing, collaborative problem solving and peer teaching.
An electronic whiteboard is an ideal focus for group discussion, providing opportunities to raise questions and stimulate exploration. This page highlights various techniques that may be used including: Using a picture as a stimulus for discussion, using written prompts, brainstorming, sorting text, disclosure activities, asking the right questions and sharing expertise.
These quick, animated tutorials provide an introduction to working with SMART Board software.
The Health and Safety Executive considers good practice in respect of the use of these Interactive Whiteboards by employers in the education sector
Useful considerations as well as a checklist of questions (MS Word document) for use by learning providers when considering the purchase of display screen technologies.
They’re not all that new, but they are big and clever. Are they the ultimate teaching tool or just a luxury that impresses Ofsted? This site takes a look at a variety of boards and discuss their pros and cons.
This is a case study on Clarkson Evans, a work-based learning provider, who have widespread use of interactive whiteboards. There are seven boards within the training facility and a 'champion' is leading the way by encouraging other staff to use all the functionality rather than just the basic features.This approach has become part of the continuing professional development within the organisation.
Tom Hopper, an American social studies teacher, demonstrates how an interactive whiteboard works and how it might benefit learners.
David Sugden was tentative in employing whiteboards with his catering students who have learning difficulties. Bravely, he set them a cloze task in Hot Potatoes and was pleasantly surprised with the results. This case study includes tips for using whiteboards with disabled students.
There is a lot of competition in the whiteboard market at the moment. Companies are delighted that they have found a new, improved version of a standard teaching tool. And boy, is the mark up high! But which one is the best?.. Which Whiteboard should you buy or should you bother buying one at all?
Quick Reference Guides, Printable Training Materials and Hands on Practice (from SMART Training Center)
A report by BECTA found that the use of interactive whiteboards engages students to a greater extent than conventional whole-class teaching, increasing enjoyment and motivation . This project built on that report by finding ways in which teacher created resources can be saved, shared and used across the region, regardless of the whiteboard technology in use. Co-ordinated by Brett Laniosh (Curriculum Support Consultant - Dudley Grid for Learning/RM)
The Teacher Resource Exchange (TRE) is a moderated database of resources and activities created by teachers. All resources on the TRE are checked by subject specialists to ensure they are of the highest possible quality. Resources are free to use and you can also add your own resources to share with other teachers – to find out more just look at the getting started section.
There are many alternative or complementary technologies to use alongside interactive whiteboards, offering varying levels of interaction in the classroom environment. These options are generally cheaper than an interactive whiteboard and offer greater flexibility of use.
- There are additional supporting resources in Theresa's public resource archive which can be accessed online.
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Relevant Discussion lists
Whiteboard Webs Discussion forums have a wealth of hints and tips to help you get the most out of your IWB. With nearly 150 users its a great place to start if you have interactive whiteboard questions you're looking for an answer to.
The National Innovate website has a discussion group called Use of Technology in Work Based Learning Provision. This list is used for general discussion regarding how technology can be used in Work Based Learning.
Blogs and Further Reading
Resources and articles relating to Interactive Whiteboards will occasionally be posted on RSC West Midlands blogs.
- Wobble caters specifically for the work based learning sector and has articles, news and resources to support staff in their adoption of e-learning. It also offers a free subscription service - from the site readers can register to receive free email updates with details of the latest e-learning news and events.
- Alison's E-Learning Staff Development blog focusses on issues relating to staff training and development. It also notes how important accessibility issues are when looking at incorporating e-learning technologies and resources.
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Additional Training and Support
Anyone interested in learning how voting devices can be used in conjunction with interactive whiteboards may be interested in our occasional Learner Response workshops. In these hands on sessions, Andrew Hutchinson will outline two brands of Learner Response Systems in detail, exploring key uses and functionality and creative ways of working.
For more details and future dates - keep an eye on our events page.
