Unit 1 - Common Mistakes
Now that you are more familiar with Interactive White Board use, here is some added advice, along with a little humour.
1. Don't forget the Interactive White Board is connected
Checking your personal email while your students are working is not the best use of your IWB and could lead to some awkward moments when it is displayed on the large screen in front of your class.
2. Don't keep it turned off
If it is off, it is not being used. The more it becomes incorporated into daily teaching, the more comfortable the user becomes.
3. Don't ignore the Substitute
Substitute teachers can be trained to use this technology. Alert tech specialists within the school when a new substitute will be coming so they can provide a quick tutorial. There is no reason why an IWB cannot be used in the absence of the homeroom teacher.
4. Don't write on it with markers
This may seem obvious but it needs to be mentioned. IWBs are often used as presentation boards and dry erase markers are used in place of the IWB pens. Fortunately a rag and some cleaner quickly remedies the situation. Permanent marker, however, is a bigger problem.
5. Don't turn your back on the class
An IWB is designed to be interactive. A stand and deliver method of teaching is missing out on opportunities to involve students and allow them to interact with the board.
6. Don't just use it as a projector
An IWB is not just a screen for your overhead projector. This site has numerous examples of ways to use an IWB effectively and make use of the interactive capabilities.
7. Don't put post-its on it
Perhaps this seems like a strange caution. The IWB is not a bulletin board. In addition, the screen is touch sensitive. Every time a post-it is placed on the IWB, an application may be opened or altered on the board. There are digital post-it applications such as Padlet that can be used on an IWB. An example can be found on our Communities of Practice page.
8. Don't make it a teacher-only tool
Students should be a part of the learning process. Many of the tools are designed for student use. Once a lesson has been introduced, turn the board over to the class. Tips and tools on ways to do this can be found throughout this site.
9. Don't neglect training
If you are already visiting this tutorial, you are on the right path. Learning how to use an IWB effectively takes time and practice. Take the time to learn how to create your own lessons, become involved with the SMART Exchange site and other communities of practice.
10. Don't use it in isolation
Lessons should actively engage students and take full advantage of the functions on the board. Every lesson plan should consider how the IWB can expand and enhance learning objectives.
Checking your personal email while your students are working is not the best use of your IWB and could lead to some awkward moments when it is displayed on the large screen in front of your class.
2. Don't keep it turned off
If it is off, it is not being used. The more it becomes incorporated into daily teaching, the more comfortable the user becomes.
3. Don't ignore the Substitute
Substitute teachers can be trained to use this technology. Alert tech specialists within the school when a new substitute will be coming so they can provide a quick tutorial. There is no reason why an IWB cannot be used in the absence of the homeroom teacher.
4. Don't write on it with markers
This may seem obvious but it needs to be mentioned. IWBs are often used as presentation boards and dry erase markers are used in place of the IWB pens. Fortunately a rag and some cleaner quickly remedies the situation. Permanent marker, however, is a bigger problem.
5. Don't turn your back on the class
An IWB is designed to be interactive. A stand and deliver method of teaching is missing out on opportunities to involve students and allow them to interact with the board.
6. Don't just use it as a projector
An IWB is not just a screen for your overhead projector. This site has numerous examples of ways to use an IWB effectively and make use of the interactive capabilities.
7. Don't put post-its on it
Perhaps this seems like a strange caution. The IWB is not a bulletin board. In addition, the screen is touch sensitive. Every time a post-it is placed on the IWB, an application may be opened or altered on the board. There are digital post-it applications such as Padlet that can be used on an IWB. An example can be found on our Communities of Practice page.
8. Don't make it a teacher-only tool
Students should be a part of the learning process. Many of the tools are designed for student use. Once a lesson has been introduced, turn the board over to the class. Tips and tools on ways to do this can be found throughout this site.
9. Don't neglect training
If you are already visiting this tutorial, you are on the right path. Learning how to use an IWB effectively takes time and practice. Take the time to learn how to create your own lessons, become involved with the SMART Exchange site and other communities of practice.
10. Don't use it in isolation
Lessons should actively engage students and take full advantage of the functions on the board. Every lesson plan should consider how the IWB can expand and enhance learning objectives.
The video to your right will provide you with additional information on how to use your IWB to create engaging lessons and not just use it as a glorified whiteboard.
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