THE ROLE OF INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARDS IN MORDEN EDUCATION

 Simon Shikongo, student no:230087833, Domain: https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/603934676902331624/4555099549233784724?hl=en

INTRODUCTION TO INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARDS 

An interactive whiteboard, commonly known as a smartboard, is an advanced display tool that operates interactively, either directly or through other devices, serving as a technological advancement over traditional whiteboards

The origins of the whiteboard are relatively recent and have risen to popularity in the last 75 years, but the whiteboard’s predecessor dates much further back. Whiteboards are an evolution of the chalkboard, which was first invented in 1801 by Edinburgh geography teacher James Pillans. This was a big deal because it marked the first time that teachers were able to provide a central point of focus for the entire class. Teachers now had a dynamic visual aid to help them teach, and this board could double as a textbook, a problem set, or a blank page. Soon after, blackboards were commonplace in classrooms around the world. They were used well through the 1900s, where they eventually evolved into a green enamel which, for many, is how they’re best recognized. As this was happening, however, the modern whiteboard was beginning to take shape.


COMPARISON BETWEEN TRADITIONAL AND INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARDS
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Traditional whiteboards are cost-effective and straightforward, suitable for simple writing and sketching. However, interactive whiteboards offer more versatility, interactivity, and multimedia capabilities, making them more suitable for dynamic presentations, collaborative learning, and engaging content creation.

The choice between a traditional whiteboard and an interactive whiteboard depends on specific needs and use cases.

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