This week we were introduced to interactive whiteboards, and it was really interesting to see how they could be used in different ways. I’ve obviously seen them in schools throughout my time as a student and as a TA, but actually being able to get hands on with them and seeing what could be created was hugely beneficial. Also, I’ve wanted to play around with them since I first saw them, so it was good to get that out my system!

The crucial thing for me was that they shouldn’t merely be used as an advanced power point presentation. There is so much to be created and so many tools included to help create, that limiting your lesson to simply a few slides of information doesn’t make sense.

The possibility of creating sorting games, where there is a clear visual indication of correct and incorrect answers, particularly interested me. The ability to use these whiteboards, and programs like SMART, to create interactive lessons that help to engage the pupils and allow them to take an active part in their learning is also exciting.

I look forward to practicing further with this software in the future in order to create fun and engaging lessons.