4. What are Interactive White Boards
Interactive White boards are a teaching and learning
resource used for displaying and interacting with content.
They are generally used throughout schools and
workplaces.
They can display a computer screen via a projector
which can be manipulated by teachers and students using
either their hand as a mouse or specialized pens which are
included with the software.
5. BENEFITS AND USES
Makes it easier for the teacher to structure lessons.
Makes the learning process more fun.
Increases the level of engagement between teachers
and students.
6. Makes review or revision of lessons more convenient.
Allows students with various disabilities to learn
better.
Brings convenience and flexibility in learning.
Saves on teaching costs.
7. ADVANTAGES
IMPROVED LEARNING
Interactive whiteboards give people the
opportunity to absorb information in multiple formats.
This helps increase retention and synthesis of
information.
8. INCREASED PARTICIPATION
Interactive whiteboard images can be saved
and printed, so students or employees do not have to
take notes during the discussion. This allows them to
participate in learning and get more focused.
9. COLLABORATION
By interacting with the interactive whiteboard
into our learning, we can encourage the students to
become the part of the process, rather than simply
recipients of prepared information.
10. INTERACTIVE TEACHING
The teacher can call upon the students to interact
with the whiteboard themselves. The lecturer can sit at
the computer and can offer suggestions and contributions
about the topic.
11. GROUP INTERACTION
Interactive whiteboard promote group discussion
and participation. They are an ideal tool for collaborative
learning.
12. IMPROVED FEEDBACK
Students can provide immediate feedback by
asking questions and answering about the materials being
presented. This allows the instructor to quickly identify
areas of confusion.
13. ADVANTAGES OVER
CHALK BOARDS
Easy to clean and lasts for a long time.
Materials put on board cannot be saved or made
permanent.
Can bother some educators with allergies.
Teachers can supplement lessons with videos and images.
PowerPoint presentations can also be made.