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The world's first interactive whiteboard was created and introduced by SMART Technologies Inc. in 1991. Many of the earliest adopters of this new technology were teachers who recognized the pedagogical potential for interactive whiteboards. Today, educators continue to constitute the largest user base for interactive whiteboards.
Interactive whiteboards have many potential benefits in education, such as promoting active student engagement, motivation and attendance.
They are also effective tools for working with students with special needs, including those with visual or hearing impairments. Use of interactive whiteboards has been shown to improve retention, facilitate effective review and improve student outcomes. Their use also streamlines lesson preparation.
Before purchasing an interactive whiteboard, you should first understand how the technology works and how it can be used in the classroom. With this information, you can best assess which brand of interactive whiteboard will best suit your needs. You should also be aware of the costs, both direct and indirect, involved in purchasing and using an interactive whiteboard, and consider what value-added tools and resources are included to maximize the pedagogical benefits of the technology.
This section includes information on the essentials of interactive whiteboards.
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 Usage Considerations
Things to consider when using an interactive whiteboard in the classroom. 1 Jan, 2005 Read More
Whiteboard Software
Information about integrating software and other applications with interactive whiteboards. Information about integrating software and other applications with interactive whiteboards. 1 Jan, 2005 Read More
Impact on Learning
Discover the many benefits of using interactive whiteboards in education. 1 Jan, 2005 Read More
Interactive whiteboard technologies
Learn about the three types of interactive whiteboard technologies. 1 Jan, 2005 Read More
What is an interactive whiteboard, and how does it work?
A simplified explanation of the interactive whiteboard. 1 Jan, 2005 Read More
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Cost considerations for the ownership and operation of technology products. 1 Jan, 2005 Read More
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