tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post1296365438055152548..comments2024-01-04T09:45:52.185-05:00Comments on Blogging About The Web 2.0 Connected Classroom: Interactive Whiteboards-Sage On The Stage?Steven W. Andersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15094504771347267059noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-89335070595816271522010-02-17T16:27:41.961-05:002010-02-17T16:27:41.961-05:00I think you have some good ideas, but I think you ...I think you have some good ideas, but I think you can make IWB's interactive for all students, you just have to learn how to include all students.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-30749790270868419112010-01-31T16:00:52.177-05:002010-01-31T16:00:52.177-05:00Just because an IWB-supported lesson is teacher di...Just because an IWB-supported lesson is teacher directed, doesn't necessarily make it bad, but that shouldn't be the ONLY instructional strategy used in the classroom! There are times when direct instruction can be effective, especially when it is interactive. Different topics, different learners, require different instructional approaches.<br /><br />Some researchers have suggested that there are stages that teachers go through in adopting IWB's, such as: supported didactic (using the IWB for visual support), interactive (using the board to stimulate student resposes at times), and enhanced interactive (using the board for student-centered learning). So, it's important to figure out how to help teachers move through these stages over time so that they use their boards in a variety of ways. I have just received an IWB myself and I can see how it is going to take TIME to figure out the best ways to use it!Sue Andersonhttp://www.coe.tcu.edunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-66179590123660195362010-01-11T20:50:58.774-05:002010-01-11T20:50:58.774-05:00Just like every other technology tool, IWB have th...Just like every other technology tool, IWB have their place in the classroom and can be used successfully to engage students in learning. However, they are not a one size fits all solution. Some teachers will use IWB's to engage and others will use them as a glorified chalkboard. It is important that we look at the person using the tech when we make decisions about what to put in the classroom.ktenkelyhttp://ilearntechnology.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-69449475943209197162010-01-08T20:58:57.138-05:002010-01-08T20:58:57.138-05:00My list would look similar to Knaus' list, wit...My list would look similar to Knaus' list, with the exception to # 4; I don't need a monitor because I trust the kids. Knaus'list puts the devices right in every kids' hands which is what being a 21st Century learner is all about.Cary Harrodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01407852474238610812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-30214624368846791152010-01-06T16:36:56.517-05:002010-01-06T16:36:56.517-05:00Here's what I want in my classroom instead of ...Here's what I want in my classroom instead of the IWB:<br /><br />1. Audio enhancement for myself, the students and my teacher computer.<br />2. A tablet pc or wireless slate to use with the IWB software. I can be anywhere in my room and still interact.<br />3. A internet device (iPod Touch, netbook, laptop) for each student.<br />4. A remote desktop client to monitor each students work and be able to show their work on screen.<br />5. I guess I need a projector too.<br /><br />That's it. A classroom where each student is connected and I can use pretty much any web/computer resource I want at any time.BKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12880121067443145641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-24978579029751482522010-01-06T16:30:55.321-05:002010-01-06T16:30:55.321-05:00Here's a wonderful link, from a Classroom 2.0 ...Here's a wonderful link, from a Classroom 2.0 thread, that discusses this topic.<br /><br />http://bit.ly/7pgP7<br /><br />PJVermontPJVermonthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17183058402033293144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-48633552535644955392010-01-06T15:47:08.944-05:002010-01-06T15:47:08.944-05:00As a classroom teacher I saw first hand how IWB co...As a classroom teacher I saw first hand how IWB could be fantastic tools. As an Instructional Technology Resource Teacher, I saw the good, bad and ugly when it came to how teachers used or misused these tools. I've trained 100s of teachers to use IWBs, and try to move them from seeing it as a teacher only technology to an interactive tool. Yes, I agree, it's one touch technology (well, mostly anyway) so that means one at a time, but does that mean the second students stop touching the board they tune out? Maybe or maybe not. I love the idea of small group center situations where students are interacting not only with the technology but with each other. That's the key. I have also done some whole group instruction w/ PreK kids where the students practicing colors, where asked by the animated character what color is the hat and they all scramble to find that red crayon to color the hat while one student goes and chooses the color and color word. I think you've hit the nail on the head, it is about how the teacher plans to use IWBs, which is influenced by training, teacher comfort level and teacher creativity. Are they simply windows to the outside world or are they much more?Heather Blantonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-33080513021813257132010-01-06T15:19:44.820-05:002010-01-06T15:19:44.820-05:00I totally agree with Paul B. I used a whiteboard i...I totally agree with Paul B. I used a whiteboard in the classroom over a number of years and have seen the progression from the early days of the 'white blackboard'. If used properly it can totally engage children - use of sounds, video,archive materials etc. Other methods such as wireless keyboards and microphones passed around the pupils can also support interaction. Re children's presentation skills,often less able children seem to blossom in front of the board. I also like to incorporate children's own voice recordings into whiteboard flipchart software. Like Jessica, I always used it as part of group based work. As an advisory teacher I spend much of my time discussing these further skills with teachers, generally speaking it is still relatively early days for this hugely powerful tool so let's not dismiss it too soon.June Williamshttp://juniew.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-25914379900871676442010-01-06T14:25:14.415-05:002010-01-06T14:25:14.415-05:00Interesting reflection. I think IWB are useful in ...Interesting reflection. I think IWB are useful in schools when teachers are given adequate training. They also need to be held accountable after the training has been completed. Many teachers, including myself, often use the IWB to deliver content. If the students come up, it's often in small groups. Consider this though -- what if students were in stations (similar to PE) and one of the stations would be at the IWB. I've seen that work well. Granted, the whole class isn't interacting with the IWB at the same time, but the 4 are. Anyway, the IWB can be interactive, but teachers need training and prodding to make it happen. Even then, it's not a daily event (as with most tools). I'd like to see schools use them, but push forth more training and integration.Jessica Brogleyhttp://www.mrsbrogley.com/blog/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-35659703760598945512010-01-06T14:22:25.067-05:002010-01-06T14:22:25.067-05:00After two years with a board here is why I love it...After two years with a board here is why I love it the most:<br />1-I can show anything at anytime. Today in the middle of class I thought of a helpful video and in a minute we were watching it. Without it I would have to sign-out a projector for some date in the future. Another class within seconds we were able to put up an image that came up in a discussion.<br />2-Sound-I know...sound? I love the speakers and sound. They fill the room and wrap the kids into videos in a way that a little tv or projector cannot. Every word can be easily heard. <br />3-Presentation skills-no hard core evidence, but I am almost positive my students have gained confidence and poise by presenting using the board. They can easily stand facing the audience. They can easily manipulate objects and slide on the board instead of hunting for keys on a laptop connected away from the front of the room. <br />4-"Keeping kids on track" If I hand out a primary source, directions, etc. I can simply point to the projection on the board where we are suppose to be. I know that sounds simple, but with the lower kids finding the "third paragraph" or the left side of the picture could take forever--looking up where I am pointing makes life easier.<br />5-the ability to write on images--place an image/written piece up and when talking about a certain section circle it, label it, etc..<br /><br />So while it is not interactive--I still would not give it up. But if you asked whether I would want the IWB or 16 netbooks for the same price...give me the netbooks.<br /><br />By the way, we know have quite a few boards in our school, but no money to replace the $300 light bulbs for the projectors ;)Paul Bogushhttp://blogush.edublogs.orgnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-89963193864631259592010-01-06T13:27:42.527-05:002010-01-06T13:27:42.527-05:00Well, a white board upon a white wall is not overl...Well, a white board upon a white wall is not overly pretty, maybe a nice blue background would help, but...<br /><br />Maybe it's more than the board, the teacher, and the student.<br /><br />Maybe it's about cooperative learning, and a team-oriented approach. <br /><br /> Maybe the board is a station (antiquated word), a center (archaic word, a flash-mob (much better!) where a group, gaggle, cabal or coterie meet during the course of a class period to engage (yay!), problem solve (hip-hip!), and all the while communicate (no way?!) while looking at one another, and not the board.<br /><br />Maybe there is such a dearth of quality pre-teacher training that colleges and univeristies churn out nothing more than human-sized widgets that fit neatly and comfortably in to square classrooms.kenhttp://kenrodoff.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-2767312552574453292010-01-06T13:23:04.253-05:002010-01-06T13:23:04.253-05:00I couldn't agree more.
In my small, island, s...I couldn't agree more. <br />In my small, island, school in Scotland we decided to go for Tablet PC's and wireless projectors as our main presentation devices. To make the classroom as interactive as possible every pupil is given their own Ultra Mobile PC.<br />But its the mindset change which makes the difference not the technology.<br />IWB's don't change the mindset They reinforce the present model of teacher being the font of knowledge and the pupils being the empty vessel to be filled with knowledge<br />IanIan Stuarthttp://islayian.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9052335608137625664.post-1774596255164796592010-01-06T13:20:41.730-05:002010-01-06T13:20:41.730-05:00Nice thoughts. I am a middle and high school teac...Nice thoughts. I am a middle and high school teacher who is just dipping in to using the tools and methods associated with 21st century learning (and kickiing myself for not doing so earlier) and I have an IWB in my room. For the most part, I use it exactly as you describe. It is not very interactive and when it comes right down to it, there is only one stylus pen, so it never really will be the interactive tool people may wish for.<br /><br />I do, however, find it valuable for mor ethan just showing online images (like the class wiki, homework etc). I have taken to writing the class notes on a flipchart (on te IWB) and then saving that as a powerpoint. I post this to teh class wiki and give the kids access to the notes and examples used in class (a math class). This allows studnets to refer to solutions they may not understand and did not get a good record of. <br /><br />Would I go out and spend tons of money for one now? Maybe not. On the other hand, I am not looking to get rid of it either.JonCFreerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00971942741904183205noreply@blogger.com