Use of IWB

Optimal use of an IWB involves both Instructor and student use. It can, for example, be used to;

• Running software that is loaded onto the connected PC, such as a web browsers or other software used in the Lecture Hall / Classroom.
• Capturing and saving notes written on a whiteboard to the connected PC
• Capturing notes written on a graphics tablet connected to the whiteboard
• Controlling the PC from the white board using click and drag, markup which annotates a program or presentation.
• Using OCR software to translate cursive writing on a graphics tablet into text.
• Using an Audience Response System so that presenters can poll a classroom audience or conduct quizzes, capturing feedback onto the whiteboard
• Allow presentation of student work in more interactive and collaborative way.
• Show video clips that present and explain difficult concepts.
• Display internet recourses in a teacher-direct manner.
• Create handwritten drawing, notes and concept maps during class time, all of which can be saved for future references.