What a clever invention for use in the classroom. You could call it a modern day chalkboard without the messiness of chalk because a "STYLUS PEN" is used. Better yet, there is a ActiveBoard, projector and a laptop that has internet connection where all three are connected to each other simultaneously.
There are a number of advantages of using a ActiveBoard and integrating it into the curriculum. Teacher is able to teach and show information easily using the laptop with Internet connection projected on to the ActiveBoard with the added connection of a projector. Teacher is better able to guide and teach students more effectively in how to use technology skills using a mouse. Student interactivity becomes higher. Students enjoy getting feedback immediately, especially if it's positive.
Students are able to show the teacher immediately what they have learned, processed and understood if they are asked by the teacher to go to the ActiveBoard and do a mathematical problem. The ActiveBoard can be used for all subject matter being presented and taught in the classroom.
With the latest invention and use of ACTIVote the students in the classroom will feel non threatened to answer questions asked by the teacher. The ACTIvote is the newest tool that comes with a "YES" and "NO" button. The teacher can ask the class a question and ask everyone to answer the question by pressing one of the two buttons, with either a "YES" or a "NO" answer. What is great is the fact that that teacher is the only one who knows who answered the question correctly or incorrectly. Students are not embarrassed when they feel that they have answered a question incorrectly.
As we assembled the ActiveBoard together as a team and the professor stated that we would be playing "Pictionary," I realized that "yes" learning can be fun and educational even when playing "Pictionary." It can be directed towards or incorporate many subject areas. Eg. Social Studies, Spelling, or a History lesson or unit. Words that students are learning that cross over into multiple subject areas.
With the use of the ActiveBoard there are additional USB ports that can be used to attach a scanner, a digital camera, or digital video camera. The ActiveBoard accommodates a wide variety of technological tools. This makes for better learning. Students can also be active learners and teachers. Students can use the scanner to scan pictures or brochures directly to the laptop. A digital camera to take pictures (of the class) and upload them onto the laptop and view them on the laptop and be projected by the projector onto the ActiveBoard. A digital video camera can be used to record footage of film and take pictures. So much can be done with just a ActiveBoard. Imagine that kind of creativity at a teachers fingertips. We've definitely come a long way since the chalkboard.
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Nice blog and yes, I would also call it a modern day chalkboard!
I think your idea about including additional peripheral such as scanners and digital cameras can lead to very detailed and productive lessons. Let me know how it goes when you get all the technology!
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