Interactive+Whiteboards+in+Education

=Interactive Whiteboards in Education  =

=**__Definition __**=  "An interactive whiteboard is a large, touch-sensitive board which is connected to a digital projector and computer. The projector displays the image from the computer screen on the board. The computer can then be controlled by touching the board, either directly or by using a special pen" (Hall,Higgins 2005).

=**__Overview __**= Interactive whiteboards are a fairly new type of technology.The interactive board resembles a traditional whiteboard, in that it can be written and projected on, but he true power of this device comes from ways in which information is displayed but also how it gives a user the ability to manipulate and move the objects, both images and words, projected on the screen. When used appropriately the interactive whiteboard can be used in a classroom setting and has has been found to increase participation from students and benefit many with varying cognitive abilities. The interactive whiteboard is ideal for the learning environment because it provides learning opportunities through seeing, hearing and touching, the ways that children learn best. As a tool in education the interactive whiteboard can be beneficial to students because they are no longer simply looking at the material projected on the front screen but students are able to interact with the board. Students who are using an interactive whiteboard are able to use a pen or their finger to move and manipulate words, images and different objects on the screen. This tools allows students to perform many actions that are not possible with a classic projector, computer, overhead, or whiteboard. Now, students are able to flip, enlarge, draw or manipulate pictures, write or type words, and even throw something at the board to trigger an action button. The interactive whiteboard also facilitates different forms of providing directions for assignments to students. Instruction in classroom is many times done verbally, but some students struggle with this type of instruction and require visual interventions. The interactive whiteboard is a crucial tool regarding instruction because now instructors can place images with verbal instruction so students can visualize the demand. This technology also makes it easier for students to work in a group. This is because rather than huddling around one small computer students are now able to stand at the board together and collectively brainstorm ideas, add content to the board and even record the results of their meeting. It is important to note that interactive whiteboards are so important to education simply because children going through the education system currently are children of the 21st century. Since they have been born they have been exposed to different, advanced technologies such as video games,computers,cellphones and the internet. All of these technologies are found in the interactive whiteboard, making it an attractive tool in a learning environment.

=**__Resources __**= This article displays the results of a study in which 72 students were interviewed about their perceptions on using interactive whiteboards in the classroom. Not all of the reviews of this product are in support, so it gives teachers and administrators the ability to use the boards more effectively in the classroom.
 * Hall, I., & Higgins, S. (2005). Primary school students' perceptions of interactive whiteboards. Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 21(2), 102-117. **

Addresses how students with disabilities are becoming more present in inclusive classrooms. Article displays for readers the classroom implications for using an interactive whiteboard in classrooms where students with disabilities are present.
 * Whitby, P., Leininger, M., & Grillo, K. (2012). Tips for Using Interactive Whiteboards to Increase Participation of Students With Disabilities. Teaching Exceptional Children, 44(6), 50-57. **

Online encyclopedia that offers information on the purpose and role of interactive whiteboards in a society. Other information provided gives specifics on the physical make up of the technology as well as implications for the classroom.
 * http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interactive_whiteboard **

=__**Articles **__= Shared reading is a powerful teaching technique for teaching beginning reading. Technologies such as interactive whiteboards now make shared reading much easier to do. Large texts are projected on the whiteboard for choral reading, and interactive features allow students to learn about letter- sounds correspondence, spelling patterns, punctuation and more.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Gill, S. R., & Islam, C. (2011). Shared reading goes high tech. Reading Teacher, 65(3), 224-227. **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">The article discusses an interactive lesson plan for elementary English education wherein students view a presentation on the formation of letters and practice handwriting techniques, such as writing cursive, on personal mini- whiteboards
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">(2012). Joining up with the dinosaurs. Times Educational Supplement, March(4982), pg39. **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Shared reading is a powerful teaching technique for teaching beginning reading. Technologies such as interactive whiteboards now make shared reading much easier to do. Large texts are projected on the whiteboard for choral reading, and interactive features allow students to learn about letter- sounds correspondence, spelling patterns, punctuation and more.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Linder, S. (2012). Interactive whiteboards in early childhood mathematics. young children, 67(3), 26-35. **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[| Early Years Classroom] <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;"> Case study in which an interactive whiteboard were placed in classrooms. The teacher was then observed by making both audio and video recordings to watch for adaptations of her pedagogical style and consequent enhancements to learning as a result of the insertion of the technology. She was observed to tighten her control of the learning situation in the early stages until the researchers intervened with a team teaching session, at which point she dramatically loosened her style to cede some of the control to the students. In the process a number of aspects of the use of the interactive whiteboard with young children were observed that suggest that this technology is of considerable value to enhancing early years teaching when the pedagogical style is matched to the affordances of the board.

=__**<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 130%;">Books **__= <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|**Creating SMART Board Lessons: Yes, You Can!: Easy Step-by-Step Directions for Using SMART Notebook Software to Develop Powerful, Interactive Lessons That Motivate All Students**] <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Wondering what to do with that interactive whiteboard in the classroom? This book will help teachers master the essentials of SMART Notebook software so they can produce content-rich, interactive lessons that will get all students excited about learning. Includes step-by-step directions with annotated screenshots, plus a DVD with easy-to-follow instructional videos and hands-on practice files. It’s like having a personal technology specialist to guide teachers in creating their most engaging lessons yet! For use with Grades K-8.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard For Dummies] <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">SMART Board interactive whiteboards—which combine the functionality of a computer with the simplicity of a whiteboard—are rapidly becoming fixtures in classrooms, boardrooms, and lecture halls everywhere. While these high tech devices are transforming the ways we teach and learn, getting the most out of them can be down right intimidating. SMART Board® Interactive Whiteboard For Dummies is here to help, explaining everything users need to know to make the most of their technology. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Covering topics including how to calibrate a SMART Board interactive whiteboard using a computer, navigating software options, creating interactive presentations and lesson plans, incorporating sound and animation, managing content, and using digital ink with the touch of a finger, the book is designed to get your interactive whiteboard up and running in no time. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">The go-to guide for anyone working with SMART Board interactive whiteboards, SMART® Board Interactive Whiteboard For Dummies is designed to make using the chalkboards of the twenty-first century a cinch.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Introduces and explains SMART Board interactive whiteboards, computer-based white boards that are becoming widespread in classrooms and boardrooms around the world
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Covers essential topics ranging from setting up a SMART Board interactive whiteboards to managing content
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Provides the tools SMART Board interactive whiteboard users need to make the most of these new devices

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__**<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 130%;">Blogs **__ <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|10 ways to get smart with smart boards]A Instructional Technology Resource Teacher talks about a workshop she gave to teachers about smart boards. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|Promethean Planet]ideas and tips for using interactive whiteboards with early year children. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|Christina's Classroom]Teacher talks about using a whiteboard with her students. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|technowellies]using interactive whiteboards with young children, provides additional internet resources. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|The Best Ways To Use Interactive White Boards]asking others about recommended sites to learn how to incorporate whiteboards in the classroom. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|White Board Resources]gives teachers general resources and games and activities to use with students <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|Green Bean Kindergarten]gives links to resources to use and some great cartons.

=__**<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 130%;">Videos **__= <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Hatch's TeachSmart Learning System <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">media type="youtube" key="fFprsjl--aQ" width="425" height="350" <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Video demo of the TeachSmart Learning System! Hatch's TeachSmart Learning System is a hands-on interactive whiteboard technology tool which enables early childhood teachers to engage children in activities focused on pre-literacy and pre-math skills. The more than 1,100 interactive early childhood learning activities included each correlate with National and State learning standards. Plus, the TeachSmart is fun! Hatch - supporting educators, developing young minds.

=<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;"> Pre-Kindergarten Students Discuss Their Interactive Whiteboard =

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">media type="youtube" key="oZDSx50BLLM" width="425" height="350" <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">A group of students in the pre-kindergarten class discuss how they <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">use the interactive whiteboard

=<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">SMART Education Solutions in Early Education - Transforming early learning = <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">media type="youtube" key="jLRCEu7Mmbk" width="425" height="350" <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Video shows how interactive white boards in early education are transforming learning for preschoolers and making learning it a fun experience.

=<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">ECFE Smartboards = <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">media type="youtube" key="RmhdKQ3m9d4" width="425" height="350" <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) teachers are using a lot of technology in their classrooms.

=**__<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 130%;">Wikis __**= <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|SMART + Boards] collection of ready-made resources for use with interactive whiteboards. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Smart Boards for Early Childhood Teachers lessons and templates. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Smartboards in the Classroom interactive ideas, blogs, general information.ways to use smart boards with; language arts, ESL, math,social studies, science and training and how to's

=**__<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 130%;">Tutorials/ Workshops __**= <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|Smart Tech]Training and professional development <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|Teq]Training and professional development