1. Interactive whiteboards Finding and adapting resources

2. Intended outcomes By the end of this session, learners will: Be able to identify ways to use an interactive whiteboard in their own teaching Be aware of the different uses and teaching methods Be able to: use the SMART Board pens, keyboard and the toolbar Plan effective use of whiteboards with individuals and groups

3. What is an interactive whiteboard? A way to control your computer from a board at the front of a class: –A computer connects to a projector and to the board –A touch on the board with pen or finger works like a mouse click to interact with the computer The Review Project help sheet 1

4. It motivates learners and teachers: both take part in the lesson. Provides access to extra resources. Allows different abilities to work together. Enables sharing: outcomes, knowledge and experiences. The use of multimedia supports more than one learning style. Colour, sound and video can support inclusion and special learning needs. What the whiteboard can offer

5. Software and features Notebook. Toolbar. Microsoft® Applications. The Review Project help sheet 2

6. Examples of interactive documents Geography Biology Anatomy Hospitality and catering Leisure and tourism euro debate

7. The Good Guide to Interactive Whiteboards The Good Guide to Interactive Whiteboards CD-ROM gives examples of how the previous documents work within an educational setting. The content on the CD-ROM explores issues under headings such as: Presentation Open practice Techniques for teaching and learning Note: You will need to install the contents of the CD-ROM onto your computer to view it.

8. Hands-on time Explore the following: Notebook software Toolbar Text recognition Interactive documents The Review Project help sheet 3

9. Further information and help Your local RSC The Review Project [www.thereviewproject.org/links.htm]: Useful links to further information and downloadable resourcesThe Review Project Ferl website [ferl.becta.org.uk/display.cfm?page=9]: Search the Technology for E-Learning section for resources and informationFerl AClearn website [www.aclearn.net/technical/hardware/whiteboards/]AClearn Becta ICT Advice website [www.ictadvice.org.uk/]: Search for information relating to purchasing and using an interactive whiteboardBecta ICT Advice

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