Description

Many of us have started to consider interactive whiteboard use in all areas of the curriculum whether primary or secondary. Discussion has gone on at government and authority level about how to prepare pupils for life in the 21st century and numerous educationalists see interactive whiteboards as a significant aid to learning. This unit will help you look at the whole idea of using interactive whiteboards in the classroom consider their uses and make an informed choice on their potential for use in the classroom.

Content:

1. The teaching/learning potential of an Interactive Whiteboard
2. Different types of interactive whiteboards
3. Advantages and disadvantages of using an interactive whiteboard
4. Health and safety guidelines in relation to using digital projectors

Level: Beginner

Audience: All Teachers

Pre Skills: No prior skills needed

Hardware:

1. Internet access
2. Personal computer (PC)

Software: Internet Explorer V 5.5 or above